Linux: The Kernel And Shell
Josh Harkey
AIU Online
Abstract
This manual has been written to explore the many distributions of Linux. It will define some of the components of the OS as they relate to the shell and kernel. It will also go over some of the more popular distributions of Linux and the shells. Finally, it will give a brief overview of some useful commands that can be used in the bash shell.
Linux: The Kernel and Shell It is important to know some the inner workings of an operating system to help better understand how they and why they are beneficial. This is one of the reasons for this manual. It will also give a better understanding of some of the more popular distributions of Linux.
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As a result, Linux offers the user a way to have an OS that comes with more functionality, and in an environment that can be customized for the task at hand.
Five Common Distributions
Since Linux is allowed to be changed by its users there are more than 600 distributions available. Here is a list of five of the most commonly used.
FEDORA- fedoraproject.org (2013) states, “fedora is fast, stable, and powerful operating system for everyday use built by a worldwide community.” This distribution is most commonly used by developers and Linux enthusiast.
DEBIAN- debian.org (2013) states, “Debian provides more than a pure OS: it comes with over 37,500 packages, pre compiled software bundled up in a nice format for easy installation on your machine.” It is one of the oldest distributions still in active development, and is often the base for newer distributions. People that have a passion for Linux enjoy Debian. openSUSE- according to opensuse.org (2013), “ The openSUSE distribution is a stable, way to use and complete multi-purpose distribution.it is aimed towards users and developers working on desktop or server.” This distribution is generally used in an enterprise environment, and is sponsored by Novell. It is known for its ease of use on the surface and advanced options further in.
LINUX MINT- linuxmint.com (2013) states, “The purpose of Linux mint is to produce a modern, elegant and comfortable operating system which is both powerful
During my research of Linux vendors, I have narrowed my options to three distinct vendors. I have found Red Hat, Novell, and Ubuntu were three of the best companies worldwide. Each vendor has their advantages and disadvantages. I will address the positive and negative points of each vendor. The main differences between the three vendors that I will discuss are cost, training & support, performance & reliability, and lastly availability.
| It is hard to understand the system of Linux because most people are not familiar
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