Capterra Glossary
Linux OS
Linux OS is a free, open source operating system (OS) that was created in 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux OS is based off of Unix, a multiuser multitasking operating system. Linux OS is capable of running and managing hardware resources, launching and managing applications, and provides computer users with a user interface. Linux OS is embedded in computer, mainframes, servers, mobile devices, and internet of things (IoT) technologies.
What Small and Midsize Businesses Need to Know About Linux OS
Small businesses seeking a low cost, highly customizable tech solution might look into Linux OS. As a free, open source operating system, Linux can be modified to fit a variety of business use cases. However, SMBs that look to run Linux should be tech savvy, as the customizability comes with a learning curve. For this reason, other more consumer-friendly operating systems, such as Windows or macOS, dominate the business landscape.
Related Terms
- Synchronous
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Intranet
- Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR)
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Managed Service Provider (MSP)
- Haptics
- WAN (Wide-Area Network)
- Service-oriented Architecture (SOA)
- Augmented Reality (AR)
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Service-Level Agreement (SLA)
- Scalability
- Data Center
- Authorization
- Multitenancy