Quick Answer: What Is Linux Good for?
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Most software development nowadays is web based and there are many good IDEs available for Linux.

With the advance of .NET Core you can also create APIs for using with your JavaScript web applications.

Python is also a major programming language that can be used cross-platform on Windows, Linux, and on Macs.

Why would you use Linux?

Linux makes very efficient use of the system’s resources. Linux runs on a range of hardware, right from supercomputers to watches. You can give new life to your old and slow Windows system by installing a lightweight Linux system, or even run a NAS or media streamer using a particular distribution of Linux.

What is the main advantage of the Linux operating system?

The advantage over operating systems such as Windows is that security flaws are caught before they become an issue for the public. Because Linux does not dominate the market like Windows, there are some disadvantages to using the operating system. First, it’s more difficult to find applications to support your needs.

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

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Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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