Linux distribution
| Developer | Various |
|---|---|
| OS family | Unix-like |
| Working state | Current |
| Source model | Open source |
| Repository |
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| Marketing target | Servers, desktops, supercomputers, embedded systems |
| Package manager | Various |
| Platforms | IA-32, x86-64, ARM, PowerPC, SPARC, MIPS, others |
| Kernel type | Monolithic |
| Userland | GNU |
| Default user interface | Various |
| License | Free software, mainly GPL |
| Official website | {{ |
A Linux distribution (often abbreviated as distro) is an operating system made from a software collection that is based upon the Linux kernel and, often, a package management system. Linux users usually obtain their operating system by downloading one of the distributions, which are available for a wide variety of systems ranging from embedded systems to supercomputers.
Components[edit | edit source]
A typical Linux distribution comprises:
- The Linux kernel
- GNU tools and libraries
- Additional software
- Documentation
- A window system (usually X11 or Wayland)
- A window manager and desktop environment
Package Management[edit | edit source]
Most Linux distributions use a package management system to install, update, and remove software. Examples include:
- APT for Debian-based distributions
- YUM and DNF for Red Hat-based distributions
- Pacman for Arch Linux
Popular Distributions[edit | edit source]
Some of the most popular Linux distributions include:
Uses[edit | edit source]
Linux distributions are used in a variety of applications, including:
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Linux kernel
- GNU Project
- Free software
- Open-source software
- Unix-like
- Package management system
- Operating system
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