Linux is an operating system developed by Linus Benedicts Torvalds. The operation system is the key of communication between the software and the hardware. Linux is a free and open-source software1 built around the Linux kernel. The first event leading to its creation is the conception of the UNIX operating system implemented by Ken Thomson and Dennis Ritchie in 1969 and first released in 1970. They rewrote it to make it portable and it became widely adopted, copied and modified by academic institutions and businesses. In 1987, Andrew Tanenbaum released MINIX2 to typify the concepts written in his textbook, Operating Systems: Design and Implementation. The source code was available but it was impossible to modify or redistribute the system. …show more content…
One of the biggest impact is on the Android smartphone or tablet. Android is actually based on a Linux Kernel. Plus, computers and smartphones are not the only devices where Linux is used. There are routers, smart televisions, refrigerators, webservers and even stock markets. Linux is also used by some manufacturers who install it in the notebook and laptop system BIOS. The users can that way, turn on their device quickly and have immediate access to basic internet connectivity tools. Also, Linux is used in high availability and high-performance computing supercomputers. In fact, most Web 2.0 such as YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter use Linux as the core platform because when top performance and reliability is needed, there is no alternative to Linux. Furthermore, because Linux is an open-source system, any person can release patches for the problem. That is why, the security aspect is a big impact made by Linux on the IT industry. Linux users don't need to worry about spending extra money for anti-virus or other security software since the security system of Linux is stronger than the others. Plus, Linux could be used in as many devices as we want. There are compatibility programs to use common Windows software like Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. Another benefit of Linux is having a large number of software for different purposes. Various companies are now able to minimize their expense and offer cheaper solutions to their customers. Linux can run on low resources. This means that Linux boots and runs faster than the other OS even on old machines. Moreover, Linux is known for bringing rival companies together. The leading IT companies work together in the Linux kernel development process. Even though each of the company works for its own interest, they support a single
I was very interested in computers and technology as a child, both playing games and building fake parts for them. Still in elementary school, I was fascinated by these computing machines, spending hours on end working with DOS to satisfy my curiosity. Around my middle school years, Windows became graphical, and I found interest in even more computer games with even greater experiences and capabilities. Windows was the dominant operating system at the time, but I was soon to find there was a whole different world out there of operating systems. While out on vacation in Washington, DC, my Dad and I were able to meet with the local Tech Fanatics group, HackDC. It was here where I discovered Linux. Linux, an alternative to Windows, immediately grabbed my attention when I saw it in use. It appeared to me as something that only the extreme computer users even heard of. Upon my return home,
“Ubuntu is probably the most well-known Linux distribution. Ubuntu is based on Debian, but it has its own software repositories. Much of the software in these repositories is synced from Debian’s repositories. The Ubuntu project has a focus on providing a solid desktop (and server) experience, and it isn’t afraid to build its own custom technology to do it. Ubuntu used to use the GNOME 2 desktop environment, but it now uses its own Unity desktop environment. Ubuntu is even building its own Mir graphical server while other distributions are working on the Wayland. Ubuntu is modern without being too bleeding edge. It offers releases every six months, with a more stable LTS (long term support) release every two years. Ubuntu is currently working on expanding the Ubuntu distribution to run on smartphones and tablets (hottogeek).” Ubuntu has a reputation for ease of use, which is why it’s popular on many desktops and servers. Ubuntu also helps users keep up with the latest software versions by releasing updates on a regular schedule. The drawback of frequent updates is that it's harder to keep bugs from slipping into the mix. To this end Ubuntu releases an LTS version periodically, which stands for "Long-Term Support". The LTS version uses package versions that are considered more stable than cutting-edge, making it more suitable for use on a production server than the interim Ubuntu releases. If you're completely lost as to which distribution to run Ubuntu LTS is a safe place to start. Its widespread adoption means there are several forums and sites on the Internet that provide help resources for Ubuntu
First, Windows-based computers are more practical for many reasons. The most prevalent of this being that mostly everyone uses them. When using computers, consistency is very important. If mostly everyone is using a certain operating system and software, it is easier to transfer, share, and use the data we create. For example, Windows-based systems are the standard in the Imperial Valley. In addition, Windows- based computers are cheaper, and more easily upgradeable than Macintosh computers. The reason for this being Apple has exclusive rights to the hardware made specifically...
IT has provided the tools that have enabled companies to simplify their processes, and when done right, allowing them to greatly improve customer experience, which is part of what should lead to profitability. But, as the tools become more accessible and affordable, small businesses and start-ups are able to compete with bigger, established corporations. This, in my opinion, leads to too many players in the field. So companies, big and small, have to find ways to differentiate themselves from the competition. This is where the challenge of innovation comes in. As companies research and develop their products and services, the innovations that arise from that will either be sustaining or disruptive. When a disruptive innovation comes along, it creates a new market, and although profits will most likely be low in the beginning, once it’s adopted by the mainstream, it will overtake the existing market. In the same manner, established (old) business models can be infused with new life, even becoming disruptive, with the application of new innovative technologies. Uber is a perfect example of how a company applied the innovations in information technology to create a disruptive strategy that is redefining an old business model. Apple has become the model company for how to successfully employ disruption in a business strategy in the long-term. Not only did Apple disrupt the music industry with iTunes and the iPod, but they self-disrupted with the iPhone, and how its sales have overtaken the
For this book report, I chose to write about “The Call” by Os Guiness. I had never read, or even heard of this book, or even the author before becoming a student at DBU. However, I am overjoyed that I was introduced to the work of Os Guinness. I opened this book and read it 100%, cover to cover; I even listened to a presentation given by Guinness on The Call.
It all began in 1991, during the time of monumental computing development. DOS had been bought from a Seattle hacker by Bill Gates, for a sum of $50,000 – a small price for an operating system that had managed sneak its way across the globe due to a clever marketing strategy. Apple’s OS and UNIX were both available, though the cost of running either was far greater than that of running DOS. Enter MINIX, an operating system developed from the ground up by Andrew S. Tanenbaum, a college professor. MINIX was part of a lesson plan used to teach students the inner-workings of an operating system. Tanenbaum had written a book on MINIX called “Operating System” and anyone who had picked up a copy would find the 12,000 lines of code that comprised MINIX itself. This was a big issue; due to the fact that all know (well published) operating systems to that point had been well guarded by software developers, thus making it difficult for people to truly expand on operating system mechanics.
Linux has long been one of many operating systems that have been out to prove its worth in all types of environment. It is currently being considered for enterprise network purposes as well as data centers where it implies servers, workstations and any mainframes as needed. Choosing what operating system to use, whether it is open source or not, can be difficult, though. This paper projects the advantages and concerns of choosing an open source solution like Linux as administrators and users are becoming more aware of Linux running on both server and desktop systems. It is quickly being adopted in an ever increasing number of global corporations and government agencies.
I now apply technology to many different aspects of my life including academics, personal, and recreational. I am now able to choose wisely between different types of technology and am able to distinguish between the different options that I have. I also have a much better understanding of the wide variety of programs that are accessible to me and I am able to use them with a basic understanding of how they work.
Watson, J. (2008). A history of computer operating systems (pp. 14-17). Ann Arbor, MI: Nimble Books.
The significance of the role of the Operation System (OS) in the overall Information Technology employment sector cannot be undervalued. Indeed, it is hard to talk about technical skill-sets or the practical application of such skill-sets without at least some underlying understanding of their context within a computer operating system environment. From hardware specifications and requirements, user technical support, system administration and security, to software development and system implementation, operating systems are an integral part of the information technology and computing world in all its aspects, and it is difficult to form a concrete demarcation between specialized careers in this industry and the concept of the computer operating system.
Well, the market seems to disagree-or maybe it is only because of the high price point that Apple Inc. has on Macintosh computers. Unlike Windows, Mac OS has limited hardware support, which means that it can only be run-legally-on Apple devices. This is a disadvantage that has advantages within it; because of this disadvantage, Apple computers are less prone to viruses and malware because it is built entirely different than Windows (“Windows vs. Mac OS X vs. Linux: The Operating System Battle”, Ukshini). Also if less people are able to get their hands on these, hackers are less prone to want to attack them as “there not enough ‘food’ there.” But besides being an exclusive, pricy, and one of the least risky operating systems, the Mac OS is also very stable as it requires less processing power making it fast and efficient when working with software application that is developed for
Both operating systems however diverge from each other in various ways, their question isn’t necessary which one is better but rather what makes them so different. When comparing two operating systems a user should take the following categories in for consideration, cost, user, user interface, usage, file system support, and security. The cost of a Linux operating is completely free versus a windows operating system which can range from prices such as $50.00 to $450.00. Even though Linux operating system is free however according to diffren.com their customer support is available for a
Computers help out hospitals and pharmacies very much. Pharmacists use computers to keep a record of medications and the dosage to give to each patient. Most computers in hospitals are used to keep track of patients and their status. Computers also keep track of equipment placement and their status as well. Scientists depend on computers to help find cures for cancer, STDs, and other diseases. Computer software helps doctors’ research different symptoms, cures and treatments for different diseases. Cures for a lot of diseases would not have been found without the help of computers.
we see when we turn on the computer, and the last software we see when
The Impact of Information Technology on Individuals, Society and Organizations Information systems and information technology are important in supporting, maintaining and enriching many aspects of livings. They bring benefits to lives of individuals, operations of business and the functioning of society but there are also drawbacks associated with technology and information system. Both good and bad impacts of information system and technology to individuals, organisations and the society will be discussed in detail in the following paragraphs.