{"id":6762,"date":"2022-03-22T14:31:50","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T14:31:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/itdconsulting.com\/windows-o-linux\/"},"modified":"2022-06-13T12:23:53","modified_gmt":"2022-06-13T17:23:53","slug":"windows-o-linux","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/itdconsulting.com\/en\/sistemas-operativos\/windows-o-linux\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows o Linux"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u00bfEscoger uno u otro? Windows es el sistema operativo de escritorio m\u00e1s utilizado del planeta, la creaci\u00f3n de Microsoft est\u00e1 pr\u00e1cticamente todos los rincones del planeta, pero hasta llegar al actual Windows 10 hemos pasado por multitud de versiones (y, como recordar\u00e9is, no todas fueron precisamente buenas). Desde Windows 1.0 hasta Windows 10, solo un punto separa el nombre de ambas versiones, pero hay un mundo de diferencia entre ellas.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6763 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/itdconsulting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Logo-Windows-vs-Linux.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"602\" height=\"340\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Por otro lado, Linux es el nombre que reciben una serie de sistemas operativos de tipo Unix bajo la licencia GNU GPL (General Public License o Licencia P\u00fablica General de GNU) que son su mayor\u00eda gratuitos y con todo lo necesario para hacer funcionar un PC, con la peculiaridad de que podemos instalar un sistema muy ligero e ir a\u00f1adiendo todo lo necesario posteriormente o seg\u00fan lo vayamos necesitando. \u00bfCu\u00e1l es el sistema operativo a escoger?<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is Windows?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Windows is an operating system developed by Microsoft. It consists of software made up of a set of programs that allow users to manage and control the functioning of various parts of a computer, such as memory, storage disk, and peripheral devices, as well as running other programs and applications.<\/p>\n<p>The software is activated when the hardware, that is, a computer or device, is powered on. Once the session has started, the user can perform multiple tasks and actions on the computer through the operating system, such as managing different programs or installing new devices.<\/p>\n<p>The word \"Windows,\" which comes from English and means \"windows,\" refers to the software structure that allows users to view multiple contents (such as programs and files) organized in different compartments or windows.<\/p>\n<p>Organizing content in different windows allows the user to visualize them simultaneously, whether in a tiled format, minimized, or overlapping. In other words, the window interface allows users to see and execute multiple actions at once, such as a data processor (Word document), a video player, or a graphics editor, among many others.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is Linux?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Linux is multi-user, multi-tasking, and cross-platform. It can also run in console mode for minimal resource consumption, but we can also run it with a graphical environment by installing one through terminal commands or by acquiring a package that includes one. If you want to try it, you can use a virtual machine before installing it on your PC.<\/p>\n<p>Being open source means we can use, copy, modify, and redistribute it freely for any purpose we want, but always under the terms of the GNU GPL license. An example is Android, which uses the Linux kernel but does not include GNU components; instead, it is customized for the mobile phones or tablets that use it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the features of Windows?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Windows has evolved significantly over the years; however, it maintains characteristics that identify it and highlight its personality. Among the main features are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Desktop: This is the background of the monitor's screen, which serves as the base on which the user can run the operating system, programs, and applications.<\/li>\n<li>Icons: These are small symbolic images for quick access to programs, files, or folders, located on the desktop. The type of icon and its location can be customized by the user.<\/li>\n<li>The Taskbar: This is a bar located at the bottom of the desktop that allows for the visualization, via icons, of active programs, files, or folders, enabling quick selection.<\/li>\n<li>Start Button: This provides access to a dropdown main menu. The button is located at the bottom of the taskbar.<\/li>\n<li>The Menu: This consists of a panel or dropdown list that can be viewed or hidden from the start button. It offers quick access to programs, files, and specific functions of the computer (such as maintenance or devices).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How has Windows evolved?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Throughout Microsoft's evolution, the Windows operating system has presented different improved versions. Among the main ones are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Windows 1.X\/2.x: This represented a significant change for operating systems of the time, which were based on text representations. This version used monochromatic graphical representations.<\/li>\n<li>Windows 3.x: Released as a multitasking and fully color interface that contained new computing concepts, such as icons, folders, a taskbar, and wallpaper, among others.<\/li>\n<li>Windows NT (New Technology): Released as a different version designed for connectivity to network servers. It competed with the UNIX operating system.<\/li>\n<li>Windows 95: This was a completely improved version with management of 32-bit environments and plug-and-play functionality, which allowed devices to be connected and used with the computer without prior configuration.<\/li>\n<li>Windows 98\/98 SE: This version was very similar to its predecessor but offered improvements for recognizing a wider variety of external devices through the plug-and-play function.<\/li>\n<li>Windows 2000: This was an evolution of the Windows version with improved hardware recognition, 64-bit support, and Active Directory service, which allowed for sharing devices on a network, such as a printer, router, or server, with other computers connected to the network.<\/li>\n<li>Windows Millennium: This was a version similar to its predecessor but with significant improvement in recognizing a wide range of external devices, thanks to the revamped plug-and-play function through USB ports.<\/li>\n<li>Windows XP: This version was notable for its ability to run remote assistance, allowing the user to share control of their computer with another computer connected to an internal or external network.<\/li>\n<li>Windows 7: Launched as a vastly improved version regarding compatibility with both programs and external connectors, even enabling simultaneous work with multiple monitors. It also offered greater data processing speed, allowing for quick graphics transitions.<\/li>\n<li>Windows 10: This consisted of a new generation of the operating system with an interactive tablet format typical of mobile phones. Additionally, its revamped interface offered better features for working connected to clouds or external servers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00bfPara qu\u00e9 sirve Linux?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Linux is used to run all the hardware of a PC, as a computer cannot function without an operating system, and Linux is a free operating system. Linux is present in many computers sold without an operating system, but this is not legal in Spain, as a PC without an operating system is not functional. Many manufacturers choose to include a version or distro of Linux.<\/p>\n<p>This operating system is also known for controlling supercomputers or servers, which is where Linux really gains importance. Most of the world's most important supercomputers use some GNU\/Linux system, making it suitable for controlling supercomputers with specific tasks, thanks to its customization capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>Linux is also widely used as a Live operating system, which allows you to boot a PC without the need to install any operating system or use the built-in hard drive. This system, which is usually quite lightweight, loads into memory and is very useful for data recovery and disk partition management during a disaster. With some integrated utility in a Linux distro that can run Live, we can attempt to fix the issues caused or manage partitions similarly to how Diskpart does it, but without needing to install anything.<\/p>\n<p>Another use of a Live Linux system is Wi-Fi network auditing. Although it was more commonly used to crack passwords for insecure Wi-Fi networks to gain free internet access, it became widespread during the boom of home Wi-Fi networks. With the necessary knowledge (although thousands of tutorials later appeared online) and a live Linux distribution running the WiFiSlax application, you could gain the password for some networks you could access for their internet connection or even their shared data.<\/p>\n<p>Linux is present in many devices we use daily, such as Android phones, NAS devices, some routers, televisions, TV boxes, calculators, or even the Large Hadron Collider, which operates on a specific distribution called Scientific Linux, later replaced by CentOS. Microsoft has also started to include the kernel of this system in Windows 10.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How is the Linux operating system used?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Each version of the Linux operating system manages hardware resources, launches and manages applications, and provides some form of user interface. The vast development community and the wide range of distributions mean that a version of Linux is available for almost any task, and Linux has penetrated many areas of computing.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Linux has emerged as a popular operating system for web servers like Apache, as well as for network operations, scientific computing tasks that require enormous computing clusters, running databases, desktop\/endpoint computing, and mobile devices running versions of the operating system like Android.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When to use Linux?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Linux is an excellent alternative if you want to use PHP, Perl, Python, Ruby, or MySQL. If you are looking for solutions for main sites, applications like blogs, content management systems, or discussion forums, Linux hosting offers various open-source applications, while Windows web hosting software is often paid.<\/p>\n<p>In 1993, Microsoft launched Windows Server, an operating system for server use. This is a paid software that also includes support and updates for a specific period. A significant advantage that Windows hosting has had over a Linux variant is the support for the high-performance ASP.NET framework, whose new version is also compatible with Linux.<\/p>\n<p>However, applications like SharePoint or Exchange remain exclusive, helping to considerably simplify collaborative work for project development. While there are open-source applications for Linux that serve similar purposes, they are not as popular in the business environment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contrast with Windows<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In contrast to Windows, the philosophy of Linux is to keep the operating system structure as simple as possible. Thus, all components, including hardware and processes, are treated as files, and adjustments to the system kernel can be made at any time. There are many tools for system configuration and administration, and these are typically available through command lines, but also in GUI (graphical user interface) for almost all applications. The greatest freedoms are tied to significant responsibility, which can overwhelm less experienced users.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00bfEscoger uno u otro? Windows es el sistema operativo de escritorio m\u00e1s utilizado del planeta, la creaci\u00f3n de Microsoft est\u00e1 pr\u00e1cticamente todos los rincones del planeta, pero hasta llegar al actual Windows 10 hemos pasado por multitud de versiones (y, como recordar\u00e9is, no todas fueron precisamente buenas). 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