Linux

Linux is a free, open-source Unix-like operating system kernel that powers millions of servers, desktops, mobile devices, and embedded systems worldwide.

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Linux - The Operating System That Actually Works

Discover Linux, the free, stable, and powerful operating system that runs everything from smart devices to enterprise servers. Learn why it's a reliable alternative to costly OS options.

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Competition

windows

Direct competitors

macos

Direct competitors

freebsd

Can replace or substitute

openbsd

Can replace or substitute

netbsd

Can replace or substitute

Integration

Integrates With

docker

Official integration support

Integrates With

kubernetes

Official integration support

Integrates With

systemd

Official integration support

Compatible With

apache

Works well together

Compatible With

nginx

Works well together

Compatible With

postgresql

Works well together

Compatible With

mysql

Works well together

Integrates With

qemu

Official integration support

Compatible With

glibc

Works well together

Dependencies

gcc

Requires for operation

ubuntu

Provides core functionality

debian

Provides core functionality

fedora

Provides core functionality

centos

Provides core functionality

canonical

Provides core functionality

suse

Provides core functionality

Business

linux foundation

Owned by company

red hat

Has acquired company

Similar

minix

Similar functionality