Frequent Question: What Language Is Linux?
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Tux the penguin, mascot of Linux
Developer Community Linus Torvalds
Written in C, Assembly language
OS family Unix-like
Working state Current

Is Linux written in C or C++?

So what is C/C++ actually used for? Most of the operating systems are written in the C/C++ languages. These not only include Windows or Linux (the Linux kernel is almost entirely written in C), but also Google Chrome OS, RIM Blackberry OS 4.

Is Linux a programming language?

Invented in the 1970’s. It is still one of the most stable and popular programming languages in the world. Along with the C programming language comes Linux, an essential operating system used by most computer scientists and developers.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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