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Linux information and technical support is available from a wide variety of locations. There are the "Official" routes such as Linux Software Map, Linux Documentation Project, HOWTO's, and FAQS's (frequently asked questions). There are dozens of published reference materials, from books and print journals to help available by e-mail on various web sites.
In addition, there is a wealth of information that is available from other
users. From personal web sites to numerous Linux-oriented Usenet (news)
Groups, mailing lists and Internet Relay Chat (IRC) channels dedicated to
the discussion of Linux.
Linux is an operating system that was initially created as a hobby by a
young student, Linus Torvalds, at the University of Helsinki in Finland.
Linus had an interest in Minix, a small UNIX system, and decided to
develope a system that exceeded the Minix standards. He began his work in
1991 when he released version 0.02 and worked steadily until 1994 when the
1.0 version of the Linux Kernel was released. The current full-featured
version is 2.0, and development continues with several updates that are
available for public use.
Linux is developed under the GNU General Public License and its source
code is freely available to everyone. Linux may be used for a wide variety
of purposes including networking, software development, and as an end user
platform. Linux is also considered an excellent, low-cost alternative to
other more expensive operating systems. Which version/distribution is best, and where may it be obtained? Which is best?
There are many different Linux distributions, or versions. A
"distribution" is the compiled Linux source code, usually combined with
extra features and software. Some distributions are available for download
at no charge while others are available at affordable prices on CD-ROM
from Linux-Retailers worldwide.
Other options include purchasing Linux pre-installed on a computer, or
purchasing a book containing a complimentary CD-ROM. Each distribution has
its own purpose, and a number of factors should go into deciding which
distribution is best for each user.
May i run Linux on my type of computer? Linux Compatability
Linux runs successfully on most computers, laptops, and platforms. There
are several projects underway to port Linux to other hardware
configurations. An overview of hardware capability resources are listed
below.
Supported PC-based CPUs include:
Supported non-PC based platforms include:
Most laptops and notebooks are supported. Linux Installation The following resources provide guidance and step-by-step instructions for installing Linux.
There is an entire list of Vendors who sell
pre-installed Linux Systems via mail order. Choices range from a modest
priced Intel-based PC to a high-end Alpha or Sparc system. Some companies
specialize in a particular Linux distribution while
others custom configure each system to the buyer's specifications.
Other vendors specialize in pre-installed, per-configured "cubes" -- web
servers, mail servers -- that include not only Linux but all the software and
utilities needed to get the internet server up and running in a matter of
minutes. Pre-installed hard drives are also available and a perfect solution
for users that are upgrading existing hardware and looking for a no hassle
Linux installation at the same time. Is Linux Year 2000 (Y2K) compliant? Linux in the Year 2000
As with most Unix-like operating systems, Linux is currently written with
a 32-bit data representation. This suggests that Linux will have difficulty
in the year 2038 unless the kernel and associated source code are migrated to
64-bit implementations capable of handling dates for another two billion
years. Given that Linux developers have forty years to address the problem,
it is very likely that solutions will be implemented long before the year
2038. The following web sites discuss Linux and the year 2000:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) The following FAQ's pertain to various aspects of the Linux operating system.
The following HOWTO's are useful if your looking for a step by step set of instructions.
The following Mini HOWTO's are useful if your looking for a step-by-step
set of instructions.
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3 Button Serial Mouse mini-HOWTO Automount mini-HOWTO Color ls mini-HOWTO DHCP mini-HOWTO Diskless Linux mini-HOWTO Hard Disk Upgrade mini-HOWTO IP Masquerade mini-HOWTO IP Sub-Networking mini-HOWTO Large Disk mini-HOWTO RPM+Slackware mini-HOWTO Burning a RedHat CD mini-HOWTO Linux Remote-Boot mini-HOWTO Software-RAID mini-HOWTO Sound Blaster AWE 32/64 mini-HOWTO Linux Ultra-DMA mini-HOWTO Installing Linux on a ZIP Disk Zip Drive mini-HOWTO Books- Online Bookstore Linux Documentation Project - return to top The Linux Documentation Project (LDP) ia a compliation of various online documentations, as well as printed manuals that discuss running Linux.
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