'Just a hobby, won't be big': Linus Torvalds introduced Linux 35 years ago - and almost called it Freax

It's been 35 years since Finnish graduate student Linus Torvalds drafted a brief note saying he was starting a hobby ...
Computerworld

Thinking Unix: IT strategy for the long run

Takeaway: Unix’s rock-solid reliability means that its relevant now more than ever – and Linux puts Unix’s power within reach. Unix has been around for a very long time. We remember the rampant ...
Solid State Technology

Linux Statistics By Market, Usage, Website Traffic And Facts (2025)

Linux Statistics: Linux is a group of free operating systems that work like Unix. It runs on the Linux kernel, which was first made by Linus Torvalds in 1991. Most people use Linux through something ...
Tech Times on MSN

Linux crosses double-digit threshold in North America, two datasets confirm

Linux desktop market share in North America has crossed 10% for the first time in StatCounter's July 2026 data, with Cloudflare Radar independently corroborating the elevated signal. A 'Unknown' OS ...