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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 3 years ago (1 children)

Started using Zorin for the first time a few weeks ago. I'm a long time Linux user ( 7 years as a full time Linux user, and 3 before that on and off ). It's really good, feels like a polished out and more reliable Ubuntu. The things they've done around theming make the look and feel be consistent. I know it's mostly recommended to new users coming over from Windows world, but veterans should have a look at it as well, you might be surprised.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 years ago

It is basically a more polished Ubuntu

[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 years ago

The best or one of the best distributions for people that just want a beautiful but working distro.

However, I don't like to have to install a new iso to "upgrade" to a major version.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 years ago

I recommend this thing to my Windows friends, I found it really cool. But I prefer rolling release