Which country is Linux from?

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Linux, as an open source operating system kernel, strictly speaking, does not belong to any country. It is developed and maintained by a global developer community. However, Linux was originally created by Finnish programmer Linus Torvalds in 1991.

Detailed background:

1. creator :

   • Linus Torvalds , a computer science student at the University of Helsinki in Finland, released the first version of the Linux kernel in 1991. Since then, Linus has continued to lead the development of the Linux kernel.

2. Open Source and Global Contribution :

   • Linux is released under the GNU General Public License (GPL), which means that anyone can freely use, modify and distribute the source code of Linux.
   • Thousands of developers and organizations around the world contribute to the Linux kernel and related open source projects. The development of the Linux kernel is a distributed global project involving individuals, companies, and organizations.

3. Main contributors and supporters :

   • Many well-known technology companies have made important contributions to the development and promotion of Linux, including IBM, Intel, Red Hat, Canonical (the developer of Ubuntu), Google, Oracle, etc.
   • Companies and organizations not only contribute code, but also provide funding and resources to support the development and maintenance of Linux.

Contributions from major countries and organizations:

• United States : Many leading technology companies and open source communities are located in the United States, such as Red Hat, Google, and IBM, etc. These companies provide a lot of resources and support for the development of Linux.
• Europe : Developers and companies in countries including Germany, the United Kingdom, and France have also made important contributions to Linux. Europe has an active open source community, and many governments and educational institutions are actively adopting Linux.
• Asia : Countries such as Japan, China, and South Korea also play an important role in Linux development, especially in embedded systems and mobile devices (such as Android).

in conclusion:

Linux is a global project, and its development and maintenance are accomplished through the joint efforts of the global community. Therefore, it is difficult to attribute Linux to a specific country. It embodies the international cooperation spirit of the open source software community and brings together the wisdom and strength of people from all over the world.