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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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Tell one thing that you miss after switching from another OS to Linux. (lemmy.ml)

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For me, it's Shared GPU memory.

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[–] Roopappy 25 points 18 hours ago (2 children)

I miss targeted advertisements. It's important that my OS tracks what my interests are, so that I can be served more relevant advertising.

Advertising that doesn't know my interests doesn't hold my interest, and having no ads means that I have no idea what I'm supposed to purchase next. It's crazy.

[–] [email protected] 10 points 18 hours ago

I loved the constant pop-ups with offers for things I could purchase. If I don't purchase something frequently enough I get sad so it's nice to have an OS that cares about my well being.

[–] 4grams 8 points 18 hours ago

Thanks for taking the downvotes for the team. I laughed anyway :)