Linux_Basics to enhance your knowlege.pptx

linux ppppt

1. Basics of Linux Operating System An Introduction to Linux and Its Features

2. What is Linux? • Linux is an open-source operating system based on Unix. • It is widely used for servers, desktops, and embedded systems. • Created by Linus Torvalds in 1991. • Known for its stability, security, and flexibility.

3. Features of Linux • Open-source and free to use. • Multi-user and multitasking capabilities. • Highly secure and stable. • Customizable with various distributions (distros). • Supports multiple file systems and programming languages.

4. Linux Distributions (Distros) • Ubuntu - User-friendly, popular for desktops and servers. • Fedora - Cutting-edge features, supported by Red Hat. • Debian - Stable and community-driven. • Arch Linux - Highly customizable and lightweight. • CentOS - Popular for enterprise and server use.

5. Basic Linux Commands • ls - List directory contents. • cd - Change directory. • pwd - Print current working directory. • mkdir - Create a new directory. • rm - Remove files or directories. • cp - Copy files or directories. • mv - Move or rename files.

6. Linux File System Hierarchy • / - Root directory (base of the file system). • /home - User directories. • /bin - Essential binaries (commands like ls, cp). • /etc - System configuration files. • /var - Variable data like logs. • /tmp - Temporary files.

7. Advantages of Linux • Free and open-source software. • High security and stability. • Compatible with a wide range of hardware. • Highly customizable with various desktop environments. • Strong community support.

8. Conclusion • Linux is a powerful and versatile operating system. • It is widely used for both personal and enterprise applications. • Learning Linux can open many career opportunities in IT and development. • Explore different distributions to find the one that suits your needs!