Today Linux Turns 35

Today marks the 35th anniversary of Linux. Linus Torvalds announced this operating system on August 25, 1991, by sending a letter to fellow developers.
Today Linux Turns 35
On August 25, 1991, 21-year-old Linus Torvalds announced Linux to the world by sending a letter to fellow developers asking for feedback and assistance.
Here is the original letter that forever changed the IT world.
Happy Birthday, Linux!
Why it matters
AnalysisThis is significant because Linux has become the foundation for many technologies and systems we use today. Its open-source nature and community have fostered innovation in the IT world.
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