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As an operating system (OS), Linux is one of the best free OS softwares in existence. With similarities to other operating systems, like Windows and OS X, Linux is user-friendly. Offering built-in OpenOffice applications similar to Windows’ Office Suite, the applications are compatible with other operating systems–making uploading an OpenOffice document from your Linux-based PC to your Windows-based laptop simple and intuitive.
Open Operating System Linux is open, which means that the operating system has been developed collaboratively. Companies, researchers and developers from across the globe have worked cooperatively for years to establish the Linux OS, and all parties continue to further develop and support the system. This brings the best and brightest together to brainstorm ideas, address issues and develop the best OS around. Further, a collaborative effort enables Linux to offer the OS systems for free.
The latest development in the Linux line of operating systems is Ubuntu. Designed specifically for netbooks, the Linux Ubuntu Version 9.10 works on all PCs including netbooks, but the design is more streamlined, faster and more efficient. The simplicity of the task bars and the intuitive software locations put Ubuntu 9.10 in the running for the best free netbook OS.
Even with its collaborative brilliance in operating system design, Linux may not be competing with Windows anytime soon for the title of the all-around best OS. Windows has developed a brand that will be difficult to knock from the OS pedestal. With millions of dedicated users, Windows has ingrained itself in the hearts and minds of the world, making a title defeat a long way off for the Linux line of operating systems. But this is OK for Linux and for Linux devotees–Windows has earned its place with its own sets of brilliant designs and excellence in operation. However, devoted users know that Linux will soon creep into the mainstream.
