On 5 October 1991, Linus Benedict Torvalds, a student of the University of Helsinki in Finland, announced in a newsgroup that he has succeeded in creating a UNIX-like operating system is very simple that is named linux, which developed from a UNIX-like operating system. Currently, Linux is UNIX-like operating system which is very comprehensive. Linux has become a "fresh breath" in the area of the operating system. LInux is no longer just a "mini project" undertaken by Linus Torvalds et al, but Linux has grown into a "rival" for other major operating systems. Currently, many companies or individuals who take the Linux kernel, then with free software or commercial software other form of Linux distributions. Suse linux some linux distributions, trinux, slackware linux, debian, etc..
Currently, linux which was originally just an operating system used by computer enthusiasts, has become the system easier to use (user-friendly), equipped with a graphical interface and the availability of a wide range of applications that are more similar to other operating systems, rather than merely Unix command line. However, this impression has given rise to much criticism, including from supporters of Linux. They argue that Linux and free program project has yet to reach a factor "ease of use" satisfactory. The question of the ease of Linux compared to Windows or Macintosh is still an issue of heated debate. Linux on the computer market segment table is still smaller but growing. Institute for Market According to IDC, Linux is a big market in 2002 was 25% in the server segment, and 2.8% in the personal computer market segment.
For those accustomed to using Windows or Macintosh, Linux may seem more difficult, this was due to differences in doing computer work. And again, the user needs to replace the programs that they use with other programs as a substitute when the program was not found in Linux (or the options are somewhat limited, for example computer games). Another factor is the nature of doubt the user to release their usual operating system they use (many users are still using Windows). In addition, most new computers have been equipped with the Windows operating system ready to use (preinstalled). These factors led to the development of Linux is rather slow.
However, the advantages of Linux as a low cost, safer securities, and not rely on the vendor, has increased the use of widespread among corporations and offices. In this situation, the obstacles mentioned above can be reduced since only the application / utility that is of limited use, as well as administration and configuration of the computer (administration) is controlled by a group of IT experts working a bit.
There are various studies conducted limited costs and ease Linux. Relevantive (an institute based in Berlin, which specializes in the research institutes of ease programs, and web services) have made the conclusion the can use Linux in the work by using computer desk is almost the same as Windows XP. However, the study by IDC (funded by Microsoft) claims that Linux has a cost of ownership (Total Cost of Ownership) is higher than Windows.
Linux is also often criticized for development schedules are unpredictable. Directly, causing interest in the use of Linux in the Enterprise user layer is smaller than other operating systems (Source: Marcinkowski, 2003). In addition, various choices of Linux distributions are pretty much also said to be confusing the consumer, and the program vendor
Currently, linux which was originally just an operating system used by computer enthusiasts, has become the system easier to use (user-friendly), equipped with a graphical interface and the availability of a wide range of applications that are more similar to other operating systems, rather than merely Unix command line. However, this impression has given rise to much criticism, including from supporters of Linux. They argue that Linux and free program project has yet to reach a factor "ease of use" satisfactory. The question of the ease of Linux compared to Windows or Macintosh is still an issue of heated debate. Linux on the computer market segment table is still smaller but growing. Institute for Market According to IDC, Linux is a big market in 2002 was 25% in the server segment, and 2.8% in the personal computer market segment.
For those accustomed to using Windows or Macintosh, Linux may seem more difficult, this was due to differences in doing computer work. And again, the user needs to replace the programs that they use with other programs as a substitute when the program was not found in Linux (or the options are somewhat limited, for example computer games). Another factor is the nature of doubt the user to release their usual operating system they use (many users are still using Windows). In addition, most new computers have been equipped with the Windows operating system ready to use (preinstalled). These factors led to the development of Linux is rather slow.
However, the advantages of Linux as a low cost, safer securities, and not rely on the vendor, has increased the use of widespread among corporations and offices. In this situation, the obstacles mentioned above can be reduced since only the application / utility that is of limited use, as well as administration and configuration of the computer (administration) is controlled by a group of IT experts working a bit.
There are various studies conducted limited costs and ease Linux. Relevantive (an institute based in Berlin, which specializes in the research institutes of ease programs, and web services) have made the conclusion the can use Linux in the work by using computer desk is almost the same as Windows XP. However, the study by IDC (funded by Microsoft) claims that Linux has a cost of ownership (Total Cost of Ownership) is higher than Windows.
Linux is also often criticized for development schedules are unpredictable. Directly, causing interest in the use of Linux in the Enterprise user layer is smaller than other operating systems (Source: Marcinkowski, 2003). In addition, various choices of Linux distributions are pretty much also said to be confusing the consumer, and the program vendor
