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Linux is an operating system for your computer which allows you to run software on it. All computers need an operating system. Linux comes in distributions that include the operating system and lots of software too. The two other most common operating systems are Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac OS.

Linux differs from the other operating systems in several ways...

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What software can I use with Linux?

Software written for other operating systems will not normally run on Linux, however there are many alternatives that work as well and are regularly included in a distribution for free. 

Windows/Mac OS
Linux

Office

Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Open Office (Writer, Calc, Impress) Koffice

Internet

Internet Explorer

Mozilla ( Firefox ), Konqueror

Email

Outlook, Outlook Express

Evolution , Kmail

Graphics

Photoshop

GIMP

This table lists only the equivalents of the main software that people regularly use. Much more complete lists can be seen at Yellow Dog and Linux.org .

 

 

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