Manager (Operating System): Just like Windows or macOS, Linux is the main software that runs your computer, manages all its parts (like the screen, keyboard, and internet), and lets you run other programs (like a web browser or games).
Free: Most of the time, Linux doesn't cost any money to use.
Customizable: Unlike some other managers that have strict rules for how the playground is set up, Linux lets you (or people who know how) change almost anything about how it looks and works. This is why there are many different "flavors" of Linux (called distributions or "distros" like Ubuntu or Mint), each with a slightly different setup.

In short: Linux is a free, open-source operating system that gives you a lot of control over your computer. Many phones (Android is based on Linux!), servers that run websites, and supercomputers use it because it's powerful and flexible

Yes I use AI

[–] Hawke@lemmy.world 15 points 6 days ago

imagine your computer is like a big playground

… goes on to do nothing with that analogy.

[–] can@sh.itjust.works 8 points 6 days ago (1 children)

Yes I use AI

For this comment? Why?

[–] Eideen@lemmy.world -4 points 6 days ago (1 children)

Low effort question, get a low effort answer. Google do still exist. :)

[–] can@sh.itjust.works 2 points 6 days ago

I think you miss the point of this community