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  1. Thirty-Three Years of Debian

    Debian turns 33 this August. A look at why the free, stable, community-governed OS still anchors the Linux world — and how to give back on Debian Day.

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  2. OPINION: Why Linus Torvalds’ Decision to Exclude Russian Contributors is Justified

    In a recent move, Linus Torvalds made the tough but necessary decision to exclude Russian contributors from the Linux Kernel project. This decision stems from compliance with international sanctions against Russia due…

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  3. Is Red Hat the New SCO?

    In recent years, Red Hat’s behavior has raised eyebrows, particularly following its acquisition by IBM and its increasing use of legal and business strategies to protect its position in the enterprise Linux market.

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  4. All the Linux (maybe)

    Curious about Linux? Learn about the various distributions like Debian, Ubuntu, Edubuntu, and Kubuntu, and choose the one that suits you best.

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  5. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

    Discover the evolution of Linux from its early beginnings to its impact on modern technology. Learn about the original Linux distributions and their contributions.

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  6. Switzerland Mandates Open Source Software for Government

    Switzerland takes a major step towards transparency and innovation in government with the adoption of open source software. Explore the benefits and implications in this article.

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  7. The Vital Role of Linux and Open Source Software in FinTech

    Discover the role of Linux and open-source software in the FinTech industry. Explore the cost-effectiveness, security, and scalability benefits they bring.

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  8. Understanding Open Source Licensing

    Learn about open source licensing and how it protects the rights of developers while keeping software open and accessible.

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  9. The History of Open Source

    Introduction Open source has revolutionized the way we approach software and hardware development. From its humble beginnings to its widespread adoption today, the open source movement has democratized technology…

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  10. The 4th of July and the Open Source Movement

    The 4th of July is a significant day in American history, marking the nation’s independence from British rule. This day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, a pivotal moment that…

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