Ubuntu is also the name of -- and philosophy behind -- the most popular desktop variant of the Linux operating system. Linux was originally developed by a Finnish programmer named Linus Torvalds and ...

Red Hat, world's biggest distributor of free Linux computer-operating system, agrees to buy Netscape security software from America Online unit of Time Warner for $20.5 million (S) ...

The open-source favorite has scored record adoption among US desktop users, following a just over 5% dip in Windows ...

Bodhi Linux has always held a soft spot in my heart. Not only is it a beautiful, user-friendly operating system, it reminds me of my earlier days with Linux. That is mostly because the default ...

HONG KONG (Reuters) -China has released its first homegrown open-source desktop operating system, named OpenKylin, state media said, as the country steps up efforts to cut reliance on U.S. technology.

With the threat of security breaches continually on the rise, it's time to take your operating system seriously -- and Linux is your best friend in this never-ending battle.

Choosing the right operating system is essential for enhancing business productivity and security. Windows 11 and Linux offer unique features catering to different business needs.

The Linux computer operating system, which so far has had little success in use for cellphones, is set to become more widely available in handsets next year, helped by Google's <GOOG.O> mobile ...

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