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What is Linux? That's the question we're answering for PC owners wanting to break away from Windows and MacOS. We cover the past and present.

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Linux is one of the most widely used operating systems on the world. You actually may be using it now and not know it. So what is it?

What Is Linux Mint? Linux Mint is an operating system (OS) that you can use to replace Windows on your machine, though you could also use it alongside it. It has much the same “feel” as ...

News about Linux, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.