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REVIEWER MODULE 1 part 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What year did Linux start? | 1991 |
| Where and who did Linux start? | Linux started as a hobby project by Linus Torvalds, a Finnish-born computer scientist studying at the University of Helsinki. Frustrated by the licensing of MINIX, a UNIX-like operating system designed for educational use. |
| What are the advantages of using Linux? | Free and open source, Highly customizable, Strong security features, Stability and reliability, and Supports a wide range of hardware |
| What are the disadvantages of using Linux? | Steeper learning curve, Limited support for certain proprietary software and hardware drivers, Fragmentation in distributions, and Potential challenges in finding technical support. |
| What is Open Source movement? | Open Source movement: Promotes the free availability of software source code and the right to modify and share it, emphasizing collaborative development and transparency. |
| What is GNU movement? | Initiated by Richard Stallman in 1983, focuses on creating free software tools that complement a UNIX-like operating system. GNU tools, combined with the Linux kernel, form a complete operating system known as GNU/Linux. |