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Linux kernel

The Linux kernel is the core component of the Linux operating system. It's responsible for managing the system's resources and facilitating communication between hardware and software. It was first created by Linus Torvalds in 1991 and is open-source, allowing for...

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  • Linux
4.7
Excellent13 reviews
322likes
8comments

Features

Properties

  1.  Lightweight
  2.  Customizable

Features

  1.  Geeky
  2.  Command line interface
  3.  Ad-free

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  • Occytan liked Linux kernel
  • cum reviewed Linux kernel  

    thank god this exists so I don't have to use a super obscure thing nobody knows about to manipulate my PC without having to use windows

  • koltci, fthisimoverit, xplosionmind and manduhcalderon liked Linux kernel
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Comments and Reviews

   
Top Positive Comment
burnx50
7

The Linux kernel undeniably is one of the greatest achievements and miracles of worldwide collaborative free software development. Projects of such magnitude happen only once in many decades -- if ever.

lukalabudovic123

It is truly a project that transcends materialism in a money obsessed world. GNU/Linux will be talked about for centuries!

cum
0

thank god this exists so I don't have to use a super obscure thing nobody knows about to manipulate my PC without having to use windows

Gaian Terra Canis Rufus
0

if you are new to Linux, use Linux Mint. It’s part of the reason most people are switching from Windows or other big company OSes. Also if you need help click this; https://lemm.ee/c/linuxquestions@lemmy.zip

RemovedUser
0

The kernel is frickin sweet!

Review by a new / low-activity user.
VaVid
2

More people should be using this OS.

The Linux Maniac
5

Linux Is One Of The Most Successful Software, Becuse It's Amazing, Open-Source, And Lightweight

garyrembo
0

At least its better than Mac.

Review by a new / low-activity user.
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What is Linux kernel?

The Linux kernel is the core component of the Linux operating system. It's responsible for managing the system's resources and facilitating communication between hardware and software. It was first created by Linus Torvalds in 1991 and is open-source, allowing for community development and collaboration. The Linux kernel is known for its stability, security, and flexibility.

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  • Developed by

    US flagThe Linux Kernel Organization, Inc.
  • Licensing

    Open Source (GPL-2.0) and Free product.
  • Rating

    Average rating of 4.7 (13 ratings)
  • Alternatives

    17 alternatives listed
  • News

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  • Supported Languages

    • English

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Linux kernel was added to AlternativeTo by vermin96 on and this page was last updated . Linux kernel is sometimes referred to as Linux