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Hardware Requirements
Pentium Pro or better with 256 MB RAM Or
64-bit Intel/AMD with 512 MB RAM 2-6 GB disk space Bootable CD Other processor architectures supported
Lesson 1
Fundamentals of Linux
Introduction Linux is an open source operating system with highly advanced features. Topics Brief History of Linux Why is Linux? Linux Distributions
GNU stands for Gnu Not UNIX, it is an open source movement started by Richard Stallman in the year 1984. The main aim of GNU is to provide the O.S and its source code freely.
Why Linux?
Linux is an Open Source Software Multi-user and multi-tasking Supports most of modern PC hardware Fully supported distribution
Linux Distributions
To install Linux, choose a Linux Distribution A distribution is the Linux kernel, plus an installation program, plus
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Linux Distributions
The Red Hat and SuSE distributions are produced by companies by the
same names.
They aim at providing an easy installation procedure, and for a pleasant
desktop experience. They are also good as servers, sold in boxes, with an installation CD and printed manual. Both can also be downloaded via the network.
Mandriva Linux (also known as Mandrake Linux) was originated by
Gael Duval.
Mandriva Linux is also notable for compiling its packages with
optimizations for Pentium-class and more advanced processors which are incompatible with older CPU versions such as 386 and 486. Contd
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Linux Distributions
The Debian distribution is produced by a volunteer organization. Its installation is less easy: You have to answer questions during the
installation the other distributions deduce automatically. Nothing complicated as such, but requiring understanding of and information about hardware most PC users don't want to worry about.
On the other hand, after installation, Debian can be upgraded to each