[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Software

Linux

An open-source operating system kernel.

Also known as: GNU/Linux

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Linux — An open-source operating system kernel.

This software term is part of the CompareTech technical dictionary and helps you read specifications, comparisons, and benchmark data across its device database.

See also: Windows 10 ChromeOS.

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ChromeOS
Google's cloud-centric laptop operating system. Software
Windows 10
Microsoft's previous desktop operating system. Software
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