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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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Bored With Bash? Change the Default Shell in Linux (itsfoss.com)

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

I am in the process of learning about/choosing shells for my new setup. Can you please elaborate on gpl-vs-mit style - what do you mean? Is it just about licences?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 9 months ago

yes it is just about the license. i think gpl is better for humanity.

i don't have a better argument than that. i guess i am just turning into that kind of person lol