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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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[–] pimeys@lemmy.nauk.io 262 points 1 year ago (7 children)

Nice! And they will probably differentiate from the competition by allowing GPL applications and sideloading, and having a total control for your privacy and no tracking, right?

Right?

[–] Jagermo@feddit.de 60 points 1 year ago (1 children)

In the beginning? Sure. Later? Well, you know, security and all, think of the kids!

[–] pastermil@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 year ago

And the grannies!

[–] kittenzrulz123@lemmy.world 40 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Yeah and maybe Bezos will finally allow his workers to have bathroom breaks

[–] Diplomjodler@feddit.de 17 points 1 year ago

Check out these great special offers in GPL applications and sideloading!

[–] Juvyn00b@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

I know there's sarcasm here, but the article did state an sdk will be available so apps need ported.