Linux Distributions

If you end up participating in online Linux discussions through mail lists, newsgroups, or Internet relay chat (IRC) channels, or even if you just read Linux publications such as Linux Journal, there is one term you will undoubtedly see repeated: Linux community.

Despite the incredible evolution Linux has experienced over the last few years, there is still a very real sense of community surrounding Linux and its users. The spirit of sharing and helping others without asking for anything in return is still prevalent and has even won the Linux community awards for providing the best technical support in the computer industry. The majority of Linux users believe that by sharing with others, they will ultimately be rewarded in ...

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