Linux (commonly pronounced IPA: /ÃÂlênÃÂks/ in English; variants exist) is a generic nomenclature commonly familiar with to refer to Unix-like electronic brain operating systems which adoption the Linux kernel. Linux is one of the most prominent examples of free software and open source development; largely all the underlying source code can be freely modified, used, and redistributed by anyone.
In multifold cities and regions, local associations known as Linux Users Groups (LUGs) seek to promote Linux and by extension free software. They hold Go meetings and provide free demonstrations, training, technical support, and operating system installation to modish users. There are also many Internet communities that seek to provide device to Linux users and developers. Most distributions and open source projects have IRC chatrooms or newsgroups. Virtual Community forums are another means for support, with notable examples being LinuxQuestions.org and the Gentoo forums. Linux distributions host mailing lists; commonly there will be a specific topic such as usage or development for a given list.