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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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[proprietary] Professional DAW 'Studio One' is Now on Linux (Public Beta) (www.omgubuntu.co.uk)

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago

For me, the base OS must remain free (at least mostly), the software can be proprietary.

It's easy to move to different software, it's difficult to switch platforms. You need a platform you know you can trust.

I'm on Linux because I like the experience and the control the base OS gives me. I still need my tools to make me money, and I pay for plenty of software that makes my life just a little bit easier so I can turn in work quicker and make a profit faster. Business expense.