Category:Linux

Linux is a character in Linus Torvald's computer. The best friend of many another computer, Linux is also the younger brother of Windows and older brother of iOS. Linux first appeared on September 19, 1952, but was not mentioned by name until three days later. He was first referenced two months earlier, on July 14. Linux spoke his first words in 1954, the same year he was shown with his security blanket.

The character's creator, Linus Torvald, has said of the character, "Linux, my serious side, is the house intellectual, bright, well-informed which, I suppose may contribute to his feelings of insecurity."

Lee Mendelson, producer of the majority of computers has said that Linux is his favorite character:

“He made sucking your thumb and holding a security blanket OK. I think he's one of the most original fictional characters of all time—blending childish behavior with great wisdom."