=====What is Lab46?===== Lab46 is a mixed of Linux (GNU/kernel) and Operating System in a Debian network. (see described below) ====Common FAQs==== Some of terms have lengthy definitions, so this is more general and get-to-the-point as the definition goes. ===What is Linux?=== Linux is a Unix-like operating system developed by Linus Torvalds of University of Helsinki, beginning in 1991. It falls under the GPL, and is Free Software. ===What is an operating system?=== An operating system is the core set of programs that handles your computer's key functions. Windows is an example of an operating system. ===What is a Linux kernel?=== The kernel is the core of the operating system which handles basic functions. ===What is a Linux distribution?=== It is a collection of compiled programs (binaries), programs and scripts that allows a user to install Linux onto a computer, albeit effortless. ===What is Debian GNU/Linux=== Most Free distribution (all Free software), dpkg packaging "for hard core believers in the politics of free software."