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What is Linux & all its Distributions?

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0800

A Linux distribution or Linux distro consists of “a collection of open-source software based on the Linux kernel and a package management system.” Each includes the Linux kernel as the operating system foundation, GNU shell utilities for terminal access, and a desktop environment distinguishing one from another.

The first official Linux version launched on October 5, 1991, by Linus Torvalds. Since then, it has grown into “one of the most widely used operating systems in the world,” with its community becoming “one of the greatest forces to the free and open-source software movement.”

What is a Virtual Machine?

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0800

A virtual machine functions as “a virtual computer that works like a computer within a computer.” These systems operate on isolated partitions with dedicated CPU, memory, and storage resources borrowed from the host machine, contained within a computer file known as an image.

Running a virtual OS requires sufficient computational power, as older computers lack the resources to support multiple operating systems simultaneously.

How do a Virtual Machine work?

Virtual machines operate through virtualization — creating virtual versions of hardware, storage, and network resources using specialized hypervisor software. This technology distributes a physical machine’s capabilities across multiple environments by simulating virtual hardware devices.

Samba Server: How to Install and Configure on Ubuntu

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0800

“Samba is free and open-source software that enables file sharing across different operating systems over a network.” It serves as a Linux implementation alternative to the Windows SMB protocol with four primary functions:

File & print services
Authentication and Authorization
Name resolution
Service announcement (browsing)

Install Samba Server on Ubuntu

Before installation, update your packages. Install Samba with these commands:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install samba

Create a directory using mkdir:

How To Install Ubuntu Linux

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0800

Where can find Ubuntu?

The initial step involves visiting the Ubuntu website and downloading the ISO file. The site offers multiple download options including:

Ubuntu Desktop — a replacement operating system for any computer
Ubuntu Server — for file servers or enterprise solutions
IoT Devices — a developer edition for Ubuntu Core
Raspberry Pi — for single-board computer installations
Other Flavors — offering varied desktop environments

I just downloaded Ubuntu, now what?

Linux operating systems allow users to try the OS before installation by running it from USB or DVD. This approach doesn’t alter computer configuration. Additionally, users can install Ubuntu on a virtual machine using VirtualBox, enabling simultaneous operation of two operating systems.