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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] 3 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (3 children)
[–] [email protected] 7 points 11 months ago

The pro version is just official support service from the company. That's how FOSS has always been monetized, no?

Seems like a good deal for people completely unfamiliar with Linux who just want a cheap OS and help to keep it running.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

It doesn't go into much detail but it says pro includes blender and planify? Does any of that $50 go back to the apps, I wonder?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

well I don't use Foss I use Proton 😜

[–] [email protected] -1 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (1 children)
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