Features of Linux OS
ü Low cost: Linux operating
systems free of cost, no need of spending money and time for obtain license since Linux and much of its software come with
the GNU General Public License. No need worry the application stops immediately
because there is no trail versions.
ü Stability: Linux does not
need to be rebooted periodically to maintain performance levels. It does not freeze
up or slow down over time due to memory leaks and such. Continuous works of
hundreds of days are not uncommon.
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ü Performance:
Linux gives high performance on workstations & on networks. It supports old
computers.
ü Network
friendliness: Linux developing by a group of programmers over the Internet and
has strong support for network functionality.
ü Flexibility:
Linux can be used for high performance for server applications, desktop
applications, and embedded systems. You can save disk space by only installing
the components needed for a particular use.
ü Compatibility: It runs all
common UNIX software packages and can process all common file formats.
ü Choice: The large number
of Linux distributions gives you a choice. Each distribution is developed and
supported by a different organization. You can pick you like best, the
core functionality are the same; most software runs on most distributions.
ü Security: Linux is one of
the most secure operating systems. Flexible file access permission systems
prevent access by unwanted visitors. Linux select users to safely download
software, free of charge, from online repositories containing thousands of high
quality packages.
ü Fast and easy installation: Most Linux
distributions come with user-friendly installation and setup programs. Popular
Linux distributions come with tools that make installation of additional
software very user friendly as well. Eg: Ubuntu, Xubuntu gives users user-friendly
installation window.
ü Full use of hard disk: Linux continues
work well even when the hard disk is almost full.
ü Multitasking:
Linux support high task and many jobs and same time; e.g., a large printing job
in the background won’t slow down computer.
ü Open Source:
If you are a software developer and you need modification of the operating
system code, then Linux source codes are available at your fingertips. Linux
operating systems are open source.
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