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# [What Is Linux and How Does It Work? A Beginner's Guide](https://aidancortes.hashnode.dev/what-is-linux-how-it-works-beginners-guide?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn what Linux is, how its kernel works, essential terminal commands, file permissions, distributions, and how to start practicing Linux.

Nov 4 · 18 min read · aidancortes.hashnode.dev  
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