General Linux and Unix questions for a beginner

couvier · Cadet Joined: Jun 04, 2004 Posts: 5 Location: USA

Hi all, im curious about what Unix and Linux are all about. I've been a DOS/Windows man my whole life and never really pondered what all the hype about Unix and Linux are. I've got several certifications (A+ and Net+ certified), and i am very motivated and curious about everything computers. So I'd like to start learning more about what these OS's are all about and how to obtain them so i can start using them to increase my overall computer knowledge.

So my questions are:
What should i learn first Unix or Linux? Remember, my goals here are a better understanding of more OS's other than Windows. And mainly would like to just learn them for now for so it will increase my overall computer knowledge.

What's the difference between Unix and Linux?

What's the difference between Windows and Linux/Unix?

What's all the hype about Linux and Unix?

Why would someone want to use Linux over Windows?

How's the security with Unix/Linux compared to Windows?

Is there any other Unix-like OS's out there other than Linux, and how good are they?

Any other info on them would be great, and thanks for anyone who replies.


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