Linux.com
| Company type | Platform/Website |
|---|---|
| Industry | Information technology, Open source software |
| Predecessor | Andover.net |
Area served | Global |
| Products | Linux tutorials, certification details, news articles, blog posts, discussion boards, software and hardware directory, job listings |
| Owner | Linux Foundation |
| Website | linux |
Linux.com is a platform managed by the Linux Foundation that delivers information about open source technologies, career opportunities, industry best practices, and emerging trends. It functions as a primary resource for the Linux community. The website provides complimentary Linux tutorials, certification details, news articles and blog posts, discussion boards, a directory for Linux-compatible software and hardware, as well as a job listing section.
The audience of the site is divided into four main categories: Developers, DevOps, Enterprise users (including both business and academic sectors), and Enthusiasts.
Its content spans a variety of subjects such as AI/ML, Cloud computing, Desktop environments, Embedded/IoT devices, Governance, Hardware, Linux itself, Networking, Open Source initiatives, Security, and System Administration.
History
Initially under the ownership of Andover.net, the website was later acquired by VA Linux Systems (which evolved into VA Software, then SourceForge, and currently Geeknet), with a focus on delivering news and services tailored to the free and open source software community. During its first month online, it attracted 25 million visits.
In December 2008, Linux.com halted the release of new articles due to legal complications that delayed planned site updates announced earlier that year.
Management of Linux.com was transferred to the Linux Foundation on March 3, 2009, thereby aligning the platform more directly with the foundation’s goal of advancing Linux usage and support.