Linux – the Free and Open Source ‘cross-platform’ software, is creating raves in the World Wide Web, overpowering the famed and popular Windows, Mac and other leading OS and software brands.
Linux – The Brainchild Of Finnish Software Engineer
A Finnish innovation, Linux was initially released in 1991 by Linus Torvalds, a Helsinki University (Finland) graduate; the computing platform (Free and Open Source Software), in a span of 24-years gained tremendous popularity worldwide that commercial businesses, non-profit organizations, government agencies and other use Linux with ‘100% confidence’. *Please note: Though Linux is primarily an Open Source OS, proprietary software is also available. The Free and Open Source OS has more takers.
Linux, As Fast As Lightning
Linux is gaining momentum in the market (like never before) with a plethora of distributions/distros, viz. Debian, Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Fedora etc. Businesses, irrespective of size and type across the globe are switching from ‘pricey proprietary software brands’ to Linux. They are quickly adopting the Free and Open Source Community and seeking services of ITES companies, for migrating from a complex to a ‘hassle-free’ system.
Well! It is almost the ‘End of the Old Regime’ of the premium proprietary software brands. And should not take people by surprise.
Yes, folks! Linux, the game changer is here – with all the ‘positive traits and attributes’ that people often look up at for, in a Winner. So, what makes Linux different or gives it a competitive advantage? Take a quick look, to know yourself-
- It is a Free and Open Source Software
- Runs effectively on servers and desktops
- ‘Apt’ for simple to critical applications
- Gives better control to the user; highly stable, secure and reliable
- No software licenses or agreements required, for use
- Availability of plethora of software and utilities, for the Open Source community
- All Free and Paid Software programs are ‘always’ available on the Internet (no possibility of losing anything)
- Easy access to the application source code.
- Unlike proprietary software brands, where the source codes are generally hidden, the Open Source community maintains transparency in everything. No Hide and Seek games, any!
- People in the Open Source community can easily download, share/distribute, change/edit the source code and add more features in the software, with a grip on the programming language.
- It guarantees hassle-free updates and versions; software/applications are updated by the Open Source community on a regular basis
- Absolute freedom from computer malware/viruses and destructive programs
- Huge cost savings on Antivirus licensing and Internet security tools. The Open Source community guards the users AND combats malware, spyware and other malicious software programs, ‘day in and day out’
- It runs perfectly even on ‘Old-Age Era’ computers (Ahem!), with limited processing capabilities or memory
- All the programs can be installed and managed, with a click of the button
- The Open Source Community members are ‘accessible’ 24x7x365 through Forums, Chat and other touch-points for technical assistance and help
Think Positive!
Friends! We saw how Linux is better than a proprietary software/OS brand. However, some may have different versions of Linux and prefer a Windows over it. Well! They are quite justified in thinking so, as the former does not come packed/configured in a new computer/system ‘ALL THE TIME’ just like the MS Windows or other. It is like people use Windows all because they get it with their computers. Moreover, most of the people are used with Windows and the applications and are not ready for the change (Change is the Law of Life.).
Well! Linux is for only those, who are open to learning new things and skills and ready for a change, in everything. Are you one?
Well! Jokes apart – Change or No Change! Just answer a question: “Who would say no to FREE MEALS, any day, ha?”
Linux is a FREE meal to you on a platter. Come and eat it, without paying a dime. However, please note again THAT, you can always choose to have either – a Free Linux or the proprietary models. And we know, you would prefer a Free and Open Source version.
So, do not wait further. Contact us for a Free Meal…well (err!) we mean Linux Migration! 😉
