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=====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."