UNIX-based operating systems are very popular, and they are being used everywhere from computer science research labs and universities to technology firms like Google, Facebook, and IBM. There are many different types UNIX-based operating systems, some of them being Mac OS, Ubuntu (Figure 1) and Solaris. When it comes to programming, many computer scientists, including myself, prefer UNIX-based operating systems over Windows operating system, because it is the main operating system for many technology companies (2) and easy to use. Linux, a UNIX based operating system, is the operating system used Google, Amazon and NASA. North Carolina State University has a great computer science program that is made to prepare students for the workforce …show more content…
Windows operating system is different from Mac OS or Ubuntu or any other operating system, and it takes a considerable amount of time for an individual to get used to a different operating system. According to stackoverflow [3], an online community for programmers, 26% of programmers use Mac OS as their operating system, and 21.7% use Linux as their operating system. Companies want to hire computer scientists familiar with the technology stack of the company, and having experience in the company’s operating system is a very valuable skill. Also, using a UNIX based operating system build a certain set of skill sets, such as experience in using a UNIX terminal, that companies consider a must have skill for computer scientists. By having Windows as the operating system for computer science labs, NCUS is not providing the opportunity for students to experience using a different operating system, that might be operating system they use after graduation. Unfamiliarly with the work computer’s operating system, not knowing how to perform simple tasks fast enough could have a significant effect on the programmer’s work and the overall productivity of the company. Therefore, addressing this issue will make the transition between university and working at a technology firm smoother, and help students build a skill set that will be useful in the future. Background Many companies are switching from Windows to UNIX based systems, especially Linux
In our world today there are so many different types of operating systems as well as features and applications that run on them. There are many similarities as well as differences between Windows 7, Linux and Windows Server 2008. The one enduring similarity is that all three are intended to be utilized as an operating system is meant to.
Linux is the most important free software it has developed into a an operating for business , education , and personal productivity. Linux is so different because of its free implementation of Unix
Linux, or what is here and there known as Unix on a lesser scale is considered and institutionalized on the premise of an open source framework and free for conveyance (Eckert, 2016). The principle reason we see Linux utilized on a constrained premise is because we live in a prevalently Windows Operating System world. Another component conflicting with Linux is that being open source, you need to go get it and really put it on the PC yourself as a client and this is something that numerous clients are somewhat hesitant to attempt and fulfill. A third variable that
The first OS we are going to look at is Linux, it can be a hard system to use and understand, if you have not used it before, you must have a good knowledge of computers in order to deal with Linux. Commands have to be typed in on the command line, and most people do not know or understand command line text. Linux does not have a great number of vendor selling their computer or software, so there is not a good support system for it.
The current hardware within the organization will support the Linux platform and architecture. This makes a Linux implementation more cost efficient, because the Linux operating system is open source, allowing licensing for the operating system to be almost free, and maintenance quite minimal in cost, when compared to its Widows competitor. The implementation of Linux within the organization can also accommodate the use of several of their Windows based applications.
We decided to look at another Operation System (OS) besides Windows 2003. The Linux OS is an open sourced system and can be adapted to work with-in a multi-platform environment. First we looked at the fact that company wide we would have UNIX, Microsoft, and Linux if we went in this direction.
First, Windows-based computers are more practical for many reasons. The most prevalent of this being that mostly everyone uses them. When using computers, consistency is very important. If mostly everyone is using a certain
We have a choice of using either Windows or Linux for operating system, since they are already preloaded on the servers we are purchasing. In making our decision, we had to first take a look at the features that each system provided and which one would be the best for what we are doing.
Linux provides tools that can be used to create applications. Because Linux is modular, meaning it is comprised of multiple parts, it is flexible making it easier to customize. Users can pick and choose what they want that will complete certain tasks, unlike Windows. Windows’ code is solidly connected making it difficult to break apart into pieces. (What is Linux, n.d., para. 26).
When comparing Linux/Unix versus Windows platforms for security it is important to take into account the security issues being addressed. The most common types of security breaches in today’s business world are based on social engineering attacks. These attacks are focused on bypassing security measures by tricking users into accomplishing the tasks required by the malicious code. These attacks can introduce numerous types of malicious code into the network ranging from spyware up to and including viruses. When comparing Windows versus Linux/Unix it is important to realize that more security features may be available depending on the exact operating system. This comparison is not to compare
This paper analyzes and compares the differences between the Windows and Linux’s operating system in an enterprise. It emphasizes the features in these two operating system such as history, cost, security, user-friendliness, performance, and future trends. It shows how impactful these features can be when an enterprise chooses an operating system. The research in this paper highlights the pros and cons of an enterprise using one operating system or the other. It directs the readers to have a better understanding on which operating system is better for specific instances. Readers will have an enhance perception on Windows and Linux and the platforms they serve. In our paper we try to fully analyze Windows and Linux’s operating system, so an enterprise can choose the best operating system for themselves.
There are advantages and disadvantages of Linux operating system. The first advantages of Linux operating system is it is free to obtain [3]. Unlike Microsoft, Linux distribution can be installed on more than one computer without any cost charged [3]. Besides that, Linux can run perfect on old computers and enable users to browse the Internet, email, play games, create and edit documents and others [3]. In security aspect, Linux is much stronger than Windows. This is because Linux uses smart authorization management [5], which requires user to authorize any action that might harm their computer by entering the password [5]. By this way, users are less likely to be tricked into installing malware and running virus programs [5]. In addition, if user faces any technical problem, they can visit any of the Linux online forums and post the
Three operating systems discuss in this paper each have their advantages and disadvantages from one another. The biggest advantage for Microsoft is the widespread use and compatibility with most every type of program out there. If you 're a Linux fan then you appreciate not only the price which is usually free but also that it is
A working framework is programming that oversees PC equipment and programming assets and gives normal administrations to PC. The working framework is a fundamental part of the framework programming in a PC framework. Application programs for the most part oblige a working framework to capacity.
In Windows, you can run lots of different program programs. There are customized programs and off-the-shelf (common) programs. These allow you to do everything from running your bowling league to typing up a correspondence.