Tag: Unix
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7/24/2026
What Are the Different Types of Shells in Linux?
Bash isn't the only shell on Linux. Here's a breakdown of the most common shell types, sh, bash, dash, zsh, ksh, csh/tcsh, and fish, what each is actually built for, and how to check or switch which one you're running.
7/24/2025
What Is GNU and How Does It Relate to Open-Source Software and Linux?
Understanding GNU helps explain not just how Linux came to be, but why the entire open-source movement exists as we know it today. Learn about the project that provided the tools, philosophy, and legal framework that made modern open-source possible.
4/30/2024
The History and Differences Between Unix, Linux, and BSD
Find out more about the history and differences between Unix, Linux, and BSD.