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The kernel is the core piece of the Linux operating system. | The kernel is the core piece of the Linux operating system. | ||
* Current: '''2.6.17.11''' (23-Aug-2006) | * Current: '''2.6.17.11''' (23-Aug-2006) | ||
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| + | The kernel manages the resources of the Linux OS; such as the following: | ||
| + | * File management | ||
| + | * Multitasking | ||
| + | * Memory management | ||
| + | * I/O management | ||
| + | * Process management: <code>/proc/</code> | ||
| + | * Device management: <code>/dev/</code> | ||
| + | * Networking support (including IPv4 and IPv6) | ||
| + | * Virtual memory, shared libraries, demand loading, etc. | ||
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| + | The kernel decides who will use these resources, for how long, and when. | ||
== Tutorials == | == Tutorials == | ||
Revision as of 19:24, 5 September 2006
Linux is a computer operating system and its kernel. It is one of the most prominent examples of free software and of open-source development: unlike proprietary operating systems such as Windows and Mac OS, all of its underlying source code is available to the public and anyone can freely use, modify, improve, and redistribute it.
Contents
Kernel
The kernel is the core piece of the Linux operating system.
- Current: 2.6.17.11 (23-Aug-2006)
The kernel manages the resources of the Linux OS; such as the following:
- File management
- Multitasking
- Memory management
- I/O management
- Process management:
/proc/ - Device management:
/dev/ - Networking support (including IPv4 and IPv6)
- Virtual memory, shared libraries, demand loading, etc.
The kernel decides who will use these resources, for how long, and when.
Tutorials
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Distributions
Linux is predominantly used as part of a Linux distribution (commonly called a 'distro'). These are compiled by individuals, loose-knit teams, and various professional organizations. They include additional system software and application programs, as well as certain processes to install these systems on a computer.
My favourite distributions include:
- SuSE — my primary operating system. (see also: openSUSE)
- Ubuntu Linux — good distro for beginners.
- Damn Small Linux (DSL) — A live CD designed for MiniCD with a hard drive install option.
External links
- Wikipedia article on Linux
- The Linux Kernel Archives — the primary site for the Linux kernel source, but it has much more than just Linux kernels.
- Linux Newbie Administrator Guide — (LNAG)
- Introduction to Linux - A Hands on Guide — by Machtelt Garrels (14-Mar-2006)
- The Linux Kernel Module Programming Guide
This article is curently a "stub". This means it is an incomplete article needing further elaboration.
I always welcome suggestions, comments, and criticism. If you have something to contribute to this site, please follow this link: Contributing Information. Thank you!
