Linux Community Magazine

Linux is an open source operating system that is a modified clone of the UNIX operating system. Initially, during the 1960s 1980s computer systems were large, bulky and were solely dependent on codes to be functional. A common man cannot run a computer if he is not well aware of the system coding and if he is not part of the government or a university, as these systems were rarely found amongst common people. Geeks and nerds came together to develop faster, easier and more effective systems that would not be limited to large mainframe computers. Bill Gates came up with MS Dos and the GUI interface in the form of Windows. Whereas programming experts came up with a modified and improved version of UNIX, that is the LINUX.

The LINUX today is much different than the LINUX of yester years. No longer do you have to understand codes or learn programming skills in order to work on a LINUX system. But because people have grown to love the GUI system of Windows, the LINUX did not come to be so popular amongst the masses. However, programmers, experienced computer developers and server side users claim the LINUX to be their best operating system. LINUX now has strong security levels, and works excellent as a server and hosting services. However, for the common home based user, the OS still poses a problem, as it seems to be incompatible with a number of software programs, mainly windows based tools.

If you are new to this OS and want to understand real user experiences about this system, it is suggested that you join a LINUX forum. These forums will help you in knowing about the operating system through first hand user experiences. For newbies, LINUX forums could help them with problems of software compatibility, commands/codes etc. For experienced users, a Linux forum is a platform where they can share their knowledge and help beginners to be comfortable with the OS, especially if they have been avid Windows users. It really is tough to be a transformed user of LINUX when all your life, you have been in love with Windows.

LINUX forums will also provide you with a platform where questions pertaining to various LINUX versions will be answered and discussed. There are different categories of Linux on such forums, such as Arch, CentOS, Debian Linux etc. These forums are also an ideal ground for developers who want to create software and programs that could be compatible with the Linux platform. Remember you can use all Linux meant software on Windows, but you cannot use Windows based software on LINUX.

Professional Linux forums also provide comprehensive Linux tutorials that can guide you to operate the system. You can receive numerous solutions to Linux hardware/software compatibility issues that are faced by almost every LINUX user.

If you ever want a review on Linux books, you can find that out on Linux forums too. Because forums are based on user experiences rather than expert opinions/suggestions, it could sometimes be biased. In this case, it is always advised that you consult with a LINUX expert or anyone who knows computer sciences very well. However, you can always find the best advice from expert users on the forum.