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# Linux Tutorial * * *  Linux is a free and open-source UNIX-like operating system. The English explanation for Linux is **Linux is not Unix**. Linux was created in 1991 by Linus Torvalds while he was studying at the University of Helsinki, primarily inspired by the ideas of Minix and Unix. In this tutorial, we will introduce how to use Linux. Linux is actually very easy to learn, and I believe you will be able to learn it quickly. [Start Learning Linux Now!](#) * * * ## Who is this tutorial for? This tutorial focuses on Linux server knowledge and is suitable for personnel engaged in operations or backend development. * * * ## Prerequisites? If you are familiar with operating system knowledge, you will learn Linux quickly. This tutorial will use the Linux distribution Centos as an example to introduce the application of the Linux system. * * * ## Linux is Open Source Linux follows the GNU General Public License (GPL), allowing any individual or organization to freely use all of Linux's underlying source code, as well as freely modify and redistribute it. Since Linux is free software, anyone can create a Linux distribution that meets their own needs. Currently, the mainstream Linux versions are: * Debian (and its derivatives Ubuntu, Linux Mint) * Fedora (and its related versions Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS) * openSUSE * ...