1.0 WHAT IS LINUX?

Linux is a fine DOS-like operating system with many uses, the number
one
of which is compiling the Linux kernel itself.

Compiling the kernel is an activity that must be accomplished time and
time over again, sometimes several times per day. It is recommended
that
the Linux kernel be recompiled at least once per day on the most
critical systems. Doing otherwise would likely result in system
instability.

Since compiling the kernel is such an important activity, Linux users
often benchmark and compare machines solely based on kernel compile
times. Most distributions provide the source code of the kernel to the
users in an effort to ease the learning curve of the unfriendly
environment.

There are many reasons to compile the Linux kernel. Here are a few:

-Installation of new hardware such as a USB mouse
-Application of daily security patches
-Training towards RedHat Certified Systems Engineer certification
-Impressing friends, mates and family -Avoiding SCO lawsuits -Etc

Please be careful when compiling your Linux kernel. You could hose
your
system.

2.0 IS LINUX MORE RELIABLE THAN WINDOWS?

One of the major goals of the Linux operating system is to reach the
level of reliability enjoyed by Windows, which is also known to be a
fortress of stability and security.

However, one of the current problems with Linux is the requirement to
reboot every 49.7 days. This issue has yet to be addressed properly
(present still in release 2.6) since it is caused by a deep design
issue
and is not a simple bug. It is expected that proper for-profit
commercial contributions from SUN Microsystems to the kernel
development
will increase the competence and professionalism of the developer
base.

In general, the lack of proper testing and general QA procedures is an
impediment to Linux reaching high levels of reliability.

Additionally, since most distributions install a large number of
insecure services that are started automatically when the computer
boots, it is quite normal to see Linux computers compromised daily.

3.0 IS LINUX A FAMILY ORIENTED OPERATING SYSTEM?

Simply put, no. As a hobbyist operating system, Linux requires much
administration and configuration. A large amount of time must be
invested in reading nearly useless documentation for every task
(installing printer, configuring network, etc). For example, it is not
uncommon that Gentoo installations take several weeks to complete,
although in a way, it's never really finished.

Since Linux is so time consuming, spouses are often left to their own
devices. Fortunately, since Linux users tend to be sexually
self-relying, their social impact stays rather low. Unlike the
situation
of AIDS percentage in the US population, which tends to fluctuate with
Apple's market share.

4.0 I GET A STRANGE MESSAGE WHEN I USE MY MOUSE

Congratulations for having successfully installed a mouse on the Lunix
operating system. But, if you see the following message, please
consult
1.0:

"Your mouse has moved. Linux kernel must be recompiled for the change
to
take effect. [OK]"

5.0 SINCE LINUX IS OPEN SOURCE, HOW CAN DEVELOPERS AFFORD NO REVENUE?

"Farmers by day, programmers by night," is the GNU way of life. Please
note that most open source software is never really good.

DOCUMENT VERSION

linux.faq@@/main/release/3 ***

*** Note: Moved to Clearcase from CVS when branching support became a
requirement.

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