I Thought Linux Was Free. I Was So Wrong
Quick Summary “Free” in Linux doesn’t just mean free of cost, it means freedom. GNU and FSF have strict guidelines, and almost every popular distro fails them. If you want…
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The Free Software Foundation is a global nonprofit organisation, founded in 1985 by Richard Stallman. FSF is dedicated to promoting computer user freedom and advancing software freedom worldwide. This essential advocacy group supports the development of free operating systems and stewards the General Public License (GPL) to protect digital rights. By championing the four essential freedoms—the freedom to run, study, share, and modify software—the foundation ensures technology remains open and accessible. Through copyleft licensing and educational resources, this organisation provides a strong foundation for the free software movement while fighting against proprietary software restrictions and user surveillance.
Linux Explained: History, Philosophy, and Modern Impact
Quick Summary Linux just hit 4% desktop market share marking a historic milestone. The rise of Steam Deck, Beginner-friendly distros, Containerised package managers, Windows 11’s TPM 2.0 requirement, and the…
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