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Linux is the best-known and most-used open source operating system. As an operating system, Linux is software that sits underneath all of the other software on a computer, receiving requests from those programs and relaying these requests to the computer’s hardware. Learn more on our what is Linux resource page.

Why choose Xfce for your lightweight Linux desktop

This article is part of a special series of 24 days of Linux desktops. Looking for for a lightweight Linux distribution with plenty of features? The Xfce Linux desktop has…

System statistics with sar and the /proc filesystem

What's your favorite terminal emulator?

We asked our community to tell us about their experience with terminal emulators. Here are a few of the responses we received. Take our poll to weigh in on your favorite.

Getting started with the GNOME Linux desktop

This article is part of a special series of 24 days of Linux desktops. GNOME, the default desktop on most modern Linux distributions, is clean, simple, and well-organized.

Pekwm: A lightweight Linux desktop

This article is part of a special series of 24 days of Linux desktops. If you're a minimalist who finds traditional desktops get in your way, try the Pekwm Linux desktop.

Why choose Budgie for your Linux desktop

This article is part of a special series of 24 days of Linux desktops. The Budgie Linux desktop is a great example of how diversity in open source creates more choice for each…

10 reasons to use Cinnamon as your Linux desktop environment

Spice up your Linux desktop with Cinnamon

This article is part of a special series of 24 days of Linux desktops. Just like its namesake, the Cinnamon Linux desktop is warm and inviting and cozy.

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