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June 10, 2024yazeed

Why Linux?

Introduction Whenever we mention the word "operating system", most people think of titles like Windows, which is by far the most common desktop OS with a market share of 72.2%. Others might first think of macOS, which is also quite common and growing rapidly thanks to the new M series chips that have boosted its market share to 15.4%. However, a smaller but dedicated group (around 4%) might think of Linux first. It's the only open source desktop operating system among the top 3 mentioned here.

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April 27, 2024omar

Understanding Open-Source Licensing

What is Open Source Licensing

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April 13, 2024mohammad

Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) Alternatives

What's FOSS? FOSS stands for "Free and Open Source Software", which means software that's not only free to use but also open for anyone to tinker with, customize, or even distribute. It is a community driven approach to software development, where the code is transparent and contributions are a collaborative effort.

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April 4, 2024maria

Linux in the Arab and Islamic World

Linux based systems are famous for their customizability and flexibility to cater to the user's needs, and the existence of different types of Linux (known as "distributions" or "distros") is considered one of its defining features, as is what might seem an infinite amount of distros, so how did the Arab world leave its touch here?

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March 17, 2024ahmad

Open Knowledge: A Broader View on the Concept of Openness

Despite our concern with issues related to open source software, the concept of “openness” encompasses much more than the realm of software. Movements advocating for open science, open data, open research, and open access are all as important as open source software for those concerned with freedom, transparency, and quality.

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July 16, 2023safwan

Microsoft's Stance on Linux and Open Source

As everyone knows, the primary competitor of the Linux operating system is Microsoft and its Windows operating system. Therefore, their relationship is expected to have a sense of hostility, and indeed, that was the case. Microsoft used to be the biggest enemy of Linux and the open source movement. But is that still the case today?

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