Evolution of Linux

Question 1

Open Source

Answer 1

Making source codes available for public use or modification from its original design

Question 2

Distribution “Distro” Components

Answer 2

• Linux kernel
• Supporting software and libraries
• Configuration files

Question 3

Kernel

Answer 3

• Low level computer program which functions as the bridge between the user and the computer’s resources
• Translates software commands into hardware-specific requests

Question 4

Release Schedule

Answer 4

Distribution life cycle that specifies when new versions are released to the public

Question 5

Embedded System

Answer 5

A controller with a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electrical system

Question 6

T or F
Linux Distros are always short term releases

Answer 6

True

Question 7

T or F
An installer disk is always used to install Linux?

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What type of multitasking does Linux use?

Answer 8

Preemptive

Question 9

What is Preemptive Multitasking

Answer 9

• A type of multitasking that allows computer programs to share operating systems (OS) and underlying hardware resources.

Question 10

What is Linux

Answer 10

Family of open source Unix-like OS’s, typically packaged into a distribution

Question 11

Rolling release schedules

Answer 11

• Upgrading occurs in an ongoing manner
• Send out updates and patches

Question 12

Common Linux Distros

Answer 12

• Ubuntu
• openSUSE
• Debian
• Gentoo

Question 13

Ubuntu

Answer 13

• Based on Debian
• Unity desktop environment by default
• GUI

Question 14

openSUSE

Answer 14

• KDE desktop environment

Question 15

Debian

Answer 15

• Gnome
• Flat OS

Question 16

Gentoo

Answer 16

*XFCE desktop (low sys req low intesity)
*

Question 17

Hardware Comparability List (HCL)

Answer 17

Lists tested, compatible, and sometimes incompatible hardware devices fora particular distribution

Question 18

Recommended Requirements

Answer 18

Hardware that one should have in order to fully maximize a system’s potential

Question 19

Minimum System Requirements

Answer 19

Lowest possible hardware spec that your pc should have to boot successfully and use with basic functionality

Question 20

What OS dominates the server space

Answer 20

• Linux has about 70% of the market share

Question 21

Cloud Computing

Answer 21

On-demand availability of computer system resources, especially data, storage, and computing power, without direct active management by the user