Linux

[ˈlɪnəks]
nounmasculine
Linux
1. A free and open-source operating system kernel created by Linus Torvalds in 1991, forming the core of various Linux distributions used in computers, servers, and mobile devices
Linux is widely used by developers and enterprises for its stability and flexibility.
Linux é amplamente utilizado por desenvolvedores e empresas pela sua estabilidade e flexibilidade.
2. Any complete operating system built around the Linux kernel, such as Ubuntu, Fedora, or Debian
I installed Linux on my old laptop to give it new life.
Instalei Linux no meu laptop antigo para devolver-lhe uma nova vida.
Linux has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and Portuguese tech communities, particularly among developers and in educational institutions. In Brazil, there's a growing movement promoting Linux adoption in government and schools as a cost-effective alternative to proprietary software. The term is used universally without translation in both Portuguese-speaking countries and the USA.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
open-source operating systemGNU/Linuxfree operating system
Antonyms / Antônimos
WindowsmacOSproprietary operating system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Linux
Commonly used without translation; sometimes called 'Sistema Operacional Linux'
São Paulo
Linux
Widely used in tech communities; same usage as general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
Linux
Used identically to Brazilian Portuguese; sometimes referred to as 'Sistema Operativo Linux'
USA
Linux
Pronounced /ˈlɪnəks/ or /ˈlɪnʊks/; used extensively in tech industry and academia

Related Words

kerneldistributionUbuntuopen-sourceUnixcommand lineterminal

Related Idioms & Phrases

running on Linux
Linux-based system
Linux environment
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