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5 articles
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Perl, the Strange Language That Built the Early Web
A deep dive into Perl’s history, its role in building the early web, and how it influenced modern programming languages, package ecosystems, and developer culture.
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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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Strangest Linux and Unix Commands and Errors
Linux and Unix systems are known for their powerful commands and efficient error handling. However, some commands and errors can seem strange, amusing, or downright baffling. Here’s a look at some of the most…
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The Birth of C and Its Relationship to Unix
The C programming language and the Unix operating system have a deeply intertwined history. Both were developed at Bell Labs in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and each played a crucial role in shaping the other. This…
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The History of Unix and Its Relationship to Linux
Unix is a powerful, multiuser, multitasking operating system originally developed in the 1960s and 1970s at AT&T’s Bell Labs. It was created by Ken Thompson, Dennis Ritchie, and others, who sought to develop a simple…