I was hired as an IT Support for Sumitomo on September 2012. When I arrived, their Server was running on Linux. Eli has helped me cope up with the stress of being able to learn Linux in record time. ELI I CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH. I know it took a bit of time but I know it's never too late to say THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES.
5 years after this video was uploaded someone watched the entire video and learned a lot of things and clarified a lot of misconceptions. People like you make the web a better place. Thank you so much!
This Introduction is almost 5 years so newcomers should know that the desktop versions are extremely stable, without any crashes or all the stuff that are described with passion here. And of course day by day are getting even better and more beautiful (in example Opensuse, Mint and Manjaro desktops are gorgeous). As a home user you wont ever wonder about paying something and lower and UPPER case in login username/ password and so is the same as in Windows or your email and facebook account you are daily used to. Most important for me is the ease of use: after installing your Gnu/Linux Distro everything is working out of the box! No Flash installation, no Antivirus, no Drivers, no Office suite, no continous restarts is needed from you. It just works! And of course you do not need to come to a terminal command line interface if you don't want to. Distros like Ubuntu or Mint are fully graphical and more user friendly than Windows. I strongly believe that anyone who could argue with all these has not used a popular Gnu/Linux Distribution for the past 2 years...
I know Linux well, but it's so hard to find teaching material for others to watch and learn and that's the most annoying thing about ytube, many will end up learning from someone that doesn't cover the topic at hand and in the technology world we cannot afford to miss things out!
"EASE" this is the phrase that comes into my mind to briefly describes the beauty of this tutorial. The way things segmented and illustrated by this wonderful teacher is mind blowing.
I've been using computers for almost 30 years and that is the first time I have ever heard the term "LUI - Line User Interface", the far more common term, and arguably the more correct one, is "CLI - Command Line Interface".
yes, you have repeated things several times over however that is how a proper class should be given. Your time and video was very helpful to me , Thank You.
Better to repeat himself than to leave out vital information. I bet this Video took WEEKS at least to make. He's gotta write the script, record all the stuff, Try to make each section as close to 1 take as possible. Then render it all - Very nice video!
I'm having to learn Linux for various reasons - This is an outstanding video that has taken my attitude from "I'm going to do it" to "I want to do it". I have a feeling that you could teach almost any topic well...
EposVox I used to watch him from time to time but now I have a lot to binge-watch on his channel,great guy,I've went to see the latest videos on your channel,watched the sticky notes one so far,I tought it may be posible to find it on windows 10 but I was not sure about that,did you have any problems with windows 10 deleting pirated stuff?I hope that will not afect me because I live in eastern europe in a 3rd world country that is considered by some a 1st world country,I know it is bad,but I have no other option because I am 16 and without available jobs.I am waiting for the summer to install windows 10 and use the new stuff,I am so exited to see linux integration,that will mean we can run it on our sistems without any software in between the distro and the computer,all done through windows 10 itself.
EposVox I don't use Microsoft pirated programs despite the tipical microsoft office pro 2016 or whatever it was called,I am watching the KDE Plasma 5.5 video right now,nice series,you do videos on things I really like,I don't even know how you manage to do it but here I am,the summer will be the time when I am gonna watch even more videos and stuff.
Your channel as a whole is a great contribution to the human race and you are under appreciated as the Digital Buddha that you are. Thank you for all your videos.
Linux is just the kernel, not a full operating system. GNU/Linux is not Unix from a corporate perspective, but from a technical perspective it is very simillar. It falls under the category "Unix-like"
@@alllovelain That was certainly true originally, but there has now been so much done original, from scratch, for the first time, on Linux, that it is truly its own thing nowadays. People used to say *nix to include both, but now it just seems silly, besides not matching the regular expression including *inux.
I just wanted to throw out a shout to you and say thank you for all the videos you put out there for everyone. IT is a new field I am getting a degree in so I always go to your videos when the instructors I have aren't able to teach the subject in a way I can understand or relate (I am currently in a UNIX/Linux class). Some instructors in schools tend to believe all of us have experience in these areas, but the way you go through these videos explaining everything in such a thorough way is VERY much appreciated. No matter how old some might be there are still extremely helpful because these are the very basics of this field. Sorry this comment is so long, but just wanted to let you know that these videos are appreciated and valued by people like me. So again, thank you for what you do!!
Eli remains my BEST ONLINE TUTOR.Thumbs up Eli...all the way from Lagos Nigeria. Thank you for teaching me sooo much and making it all so easy to understand and follow....
0:01 - Introduction to Linux 05:17 - Distribution ( like Ubuntu, mint, parrot, kali Linux, Linux Lite, Kubuntu, Ubuntu Mate 10:22 - Open Source 21:25 - The Shell ( CLI - Character Line Interface , GUI - Graphical User Interface) 24:34 - ROOT 27:12 - Capitalization ( Capitalization matter in Linux like Home and HOME is totally different but not in windows world ) 31:08 - Server Vs. Desktop 35:03 - Why Use Linux? 39:23 - Final Thoughts......
I'd just like to interject for a moment. What you're referring to as Linux, is in fact, GNU/Linux, or as I've recently taken to calling it, GNU plus Linux. Linux is not an operating system unto itself, but rather another free component of a fully functioning GNU system made useful by the GNU corelibs, shell utilities and vital system components comprising a full OS as defined by POSIX. Many computer users run a modified version of the GNU system every day, without realizing it. Through a peculiar turn of events, the version of GNU which is widely used today is often called "Linux", and many of its users are not aware that it is basically the GNU system, developed by the GNU Project. There really is a Linux, and these people are using it, but it is just a part of the system they use. Linux is the kernel: the program in the system that allocates the machine's resources to the other programs that you run. The kernel is an essential part of an operating system, but useless by itself; it can only function in the context of a complete operating system. Linux is normally used in combination with the GNU operating system: the whole system is basically GNU with Linux added, or GNU/Linux. All the so-called "Linux" distributions are really distributions of GNU/Linux.
since this introduction is for beginners , i think it is really useless and confusing to debate about the GNU/Linux Issue , after all Linux is an operating system .
Very impressed with Eli. He has a rare gift, the ability to absorb and regurgitate difficult subjects and make them easier to understand. Also moves the topic along at light speed. Thanks for contributing significantly to the Linux discussions, friend.
Eli, you do a wonderful job teaching, I am taking classes at a university and I use your videos to teach me!! You are much more clear than my instructors or the resources we are given. Thank you for all of your videos.
Did some homework. Linus wrote the kernel, while most of the Linux parts were compiled by a small community of hackers since the early 80s. That was the "free software project", dubbed GNU. Linus made the kernel, everything else was compiled before, and after 1991.
yep, Elli should do a bit more research... disappointing. But he, however, did mention that UNIX was not free back in the early 90s. There is some sort of free UNIX nowadays, the BSD's systems.
Linux is a Unix clone, Linus created the kernel as a program hobby to connect to his university's larger computers but the rest of the OS parts were built and compiled by a small community of hackers as the GNU project to mock Unix since it was proprietary and make it free for everyone and that's how Linux OS was made, technically the word Linux refers only to the kernel not the OS as a whole
repetitive... just a short summary for people who doesn't want to listen him repeating same thing over and over again.. 1.linux is operating system 2.interface is similar to Unix but its a whole different o.s. Early version of linux is built by Linus as a hobby. People later on work on for further development, producing different versions: Ubuntu, redhat...etc 3. it is open source. open source does not mean free. you are only allowed to see the source code. modifying or redistributing may involve licensing issue. 4. root of a user = home(directory) root user = administrator 5. gui < lui preferable in unix 6. install desktop version for noobie 7. but bear in mind Linux is most efficient when used as server. or.. maybe watch the last 15 min of this video...
+Hankyol Lee You missed quite a bit: Introduction Linux was created by Linus Torvalds between 1991 and 1994 Linux is not a version of Unix Distributions Once Linux was released to the public numerous institutions created their own versions of the operating system. These different versions are called Distributions, or Distros. Different Distros have different functionality. Open Source software is not necessarily free software Make sure you understand the licensing requirements for your Open Source software before you release it into a Production Environment. Defining The Shell The Shell is the interface you use to interact with the Operating System. Windows uses a GUI (Graphical User Interface) Shell, Linux primarily uses a LUI (Line User Interface) ROOT ROOT is the highest level of anything in the Linux world. ROOT user is the highest level user. The ROOT directory s the highest level directory. Capitalization matters in Linux (HOME is different then home) Server vs. Desktop Versions Server versions of Linux install the bare minimum number of components for the system to function. After installation you will be faced with a blinking cursor. Desktop versions of Linux come prepackaged with a GUI environment and numerous tools and applications. After installation you will be presented with an environment that looks a lot like Windows or the Mac OS. What Linux is really god for? Linux is great for server functionality Linux is still poor for every day desktop functionality for most users.
I'd love to see his opinion of the Linux desktop in 2015. Personally, I'm loving my Mint KDE, and have found the software to be often superior to Windows.
Eli you are such a blessing man, God bless you more for what you are doing. I am learning a lot from you I always watch your lectures, I'm finishing my internship as an IT Technician but still feel as though I have not learn anything I'm hungry for more knowledge and watching your videos helps me a lot. Thank you man from the bottom of my heart.
I migrated completly from Win 7 to Ubuntu 13.04 then 13.10 then 14.04 I have very few problems. I find that Ubuntu is better than Windows for your regular desktop user.
@@random-accessmemory9201 what drivers are you having an issue with? Linux includes drivers for most hardware. Ubuntu and Manjaro include access to a large number of nonfree drivers. i've rarely had any issues, barring obscure hardware.
+Eli the Computer Guy, hi -- just wondered if you still not recommend linux for the desktop. This video was recorded in 2011 and now things have moved on. We are using Ubuntu 14.04LTS on my kids PCs and it seems good to me.
+Eli the Computer Guy Hello I want 2 become a Pen Tester, i'm from the UK and just graduated in IT Security i have some skills in Metasploit and Nmap just wanted 2 ask is the CEH certification really important in order to get foot through the door, or is it just down to practical skills set?? some Training providers said when u get the CEH. starting salary is 30k in british pounds which is 46 thousand US dollars. however some IT Security experts i spoke 2 stated that this particular certification is not really relevant because it just gives some technical knowledge not hands on practice. need some advice braa on the way forward. cheers.
This video teaches SO much, and in less than an hour: Linux, operating systems, shells, user interfaces, open source software, and licensing in general. Awesome.
Much like Linux, if you set her up perfectly, she'll be there forever.... ....but if you make one single mistake, EVER, you'll have nothing but problems. So, good luck.
Linux is a UNIX Clone. But if you consider Portable Operating System Interface (POSIX) standards then Linux can be considered as UNIX. To quote from Official Linux kernel README file: Linux is a Unix clone written from scratch by Linus Torvalds with assistance from a loosely-knit team of hackers across the Net. Sep 8, 2016
+renegade8144 Philosophical question: if you clone a clone, isn't it the same as the original? Realistic position: both Minix and Linux are both POSIX compliant so they're both UNIX clones.
Watching this 11 years later I have to say Linux has come a LONG way. I used various versions (Ubuntu, OpenSUSE) for more than a year as my daily driver at work (I'm an IT professional so it's a bit skewed) and I can honestly say it works like a charm these days. Especially Ubuntu - if you stick with the LTS release it's rock solid and driver support is brilliant.
Very useful information. Especially a fan of Eli breaking up the information and narrowing the focus down so that the information available is easier to consume in a 1 hour class.
I really appreciate the info. Could you make the video half as long by not repeating everything you said 3x-5x times please? I can always watch your video's again if I miss something.
+Jason Moonsmith its a lot of info to take in for someone who has absolutely no knowledge and reiterating it can help people, especially older people watching it
Greg Madden ... Please read comments before replying. As I said, just hit "replay" if you missed anything the first time. A more to the point video could be made for normal people, and slower folk can JUST. WATCH. IT. AGAIN. Have a wonderful day.
+Jason Moonsmith If he did that, someone else would post that he summarize things more. It just so happened that his teaching style doesn't fit your learning style. Instead of him going through the effort of adjusting to you (which would end up in an infinite loop since he would then keep on adjusting to everyone's opinion on how he should teach), why not we adjust to him for the effort, time, and dedication it took to upload this video five years ago. :)
That's explained so well that it's almost impossible to not understand. You really started from the start. In all the other videos i watched, the hosts kept using terminologies that won't necessarily be understood by everyone. You kept it simple, and yet complete. You deserve a big freaking like as well as a subscription !
Realizing that this video is 4 years old, I have been using desktop Linux for about 6 years. I have far less problems using it than I do in windows. I now dual boot Win 7 Pro and Linux Mint 17. The onlt reason I keep the Win 7 is because some apps I use simply do not work in Linux (Gaming). However, the games i do play in linux work far better in linux than they do in windows. Very good class and I thank you for some of the information that you taught.
I'm using Ubuntu 13.10 on my desktop and it works really well, the only problems i have are some freezes due to only 4GB of RAM (i don't feel like closing programs :P ). Also it's running from an SSD so it's really fast even though it's using only SATA 2, my boot time is 6 seconds
Topias Salakka even i am waiting for 14.04 , i have switched between LXDE and XFCE. finally settled down for LXDE. problem with KDE was installing whole bunch of KDE libraries.
Topias Salakka does it freeze randomly or when you use the dash home? If it does it on dash home, just go to a terminal and type "sudo apt-get install compizconfig-settings-manager" (you can also use the ubuntu software center) and then go to a terminal and type "ccsm". A program will pop up. Scroll down the program and click the ubuntu unity plug in. Then you need to find something called active blur and switch it off :)
My question is: given that the video is 8 years old, how much of the content is still relevant today? Like many others Microsoft is driving me to Linux. I'm just beginning to learn and don't have Linux just yet, but it's coming.
@@uptoit100 A LOT of it is still relevant to get the basics of linux. The basic ideas and commands are still pretty much the same. Trust me, most modern materials won't be as simplified as this and you will be left lost on what you re doing. I ll advice you to install a virtual linux on a vmware on your Computer, then try some couple of tutorials on the basic commands, then watch the video again
I love how you just repeat things over and over and over again, like you're trying to beat it into our heads with a sledgehammer. Helps a lot, thank you :)
I beg to disagree. Remember, this tutorial is for beginners. And for a beginner & slowpoke like me, things need to be stressed and drilled over & over again before it registers. :) So yes, 50-minute long video is well worth it. Hats off ( no Red Hat ) to you Eli. Thank you so much.
kudalaMangalooru Maybe it's not fore me although | am also a begginer. I don't have much time, and I have problems to keep focused. I expect something faster. Maybe it's not fore me.
This bothered me. By my understanding, Linux is a *flavor* of UNIX and UNIX is the POSIX standard. If we're only going to call UNIX a single operating system then it's been irrelevant for decades and why are we still using the term at all?
The reason why Linux is easy to confuse with Unix is that, many ideas/principles in Linux are borrowed from Unix or done in the same way as in unix.One of the reasons why Torvalds started to create the Linux in the begin, was because he liked the unix system, and wanted one at home, but couldn't afford it. Very good video and simply explained!
+Ilannguaq Jonathansen You should create an alias for the 'whoami' command so it would display 'I'm' before the username. Therefore when you type 'whoami' the output would be 'I' m Groot' when logged in as 'Groot'
I like Eli's videos, however, this intro to Linux got almost everything wrong. The only section that did not contain any errors was the section on capitalization. The dates and the way Linux was created was inaccurate, the entire section on open source licensing missed the point and went far astray from what open source really means, the section on root used DOS examples for the filesystem and there was no mention of the word "filesystem," the entire section on distributions was inaccurate and no mention of maintaining control of the kernel source tree and the difference between the kernel and the userland software, the whole discussion of desktop Linux being buggy and prone to freezing is outrageously wrong, the definition of server vs. desktop got the server version description wrong, etc. It is ridiculously apparent that Eli has gotten much more wrong about Linux and should not be doing this dis-service to open source software. After using Linux since 1998, and as my sole desktop OS since 2005, Linux is more than capable on the desktop and server, one just needs to know what they are doing.
You are dangerously wrong about the meaning of open source: The very first sentence of the definition of open source sw at opensource.org/osd-annotated is: "Open source doesn't just mean access to the source code. " Yet at around 19:00 you explicitly state the exact opposite with strong emphasis. At least learn the basics before teaching others.
He is the BEST BEST guy on youtube. The way he explain things and cover each and every concept is beautiful. I really wonder how would I had learnt networking if he was not on youtube. Hats off man! Thanks YOU!
I recently stumbled on this channel. Subscribed. This guy is an insanely good attitude teacher. I am reading the comments where he may be corrected. But he's teaching you free knowledge in a attractive way. Learn what you can from me and more on your own journey.
This is all new to me, I am very grateful to you. It has been enlightening and been an education. Retired person trying to keep abreast of computer technologies. Thank you very much. Terry
I never write a comment in RUclips. But You're teaching forced me to write you specially (my first RUclips comment) Mr. Eli You are a talented person and you know how to teach Student-World. Your video helped me to understand Linux. Please keep up your explanation because it is the main point that helped me to understand all about Linux.
Don Abel I'm sure he can "pronounce" all 26 letters of the alphabet. That it was acronym-ized when you were in utero is the reason that, here in 2015, you are incensed by "even professionals" using longstanding, long-accepted and well meaning acronyms. Good lord, don't ever work for or near military personnel. You'll surely blow a gasket and be all fubarred.
I have a question: I know Linux is free, but who owns it? A common tactic by drug dealers is to give away free drugs. Then, when addiction begins, and people need drugs, the dealers begin charging. I believe that, if the entire population of Africa suddenly owned a laptop each, Microsoft might give them Windows, Word, Excel, the whole package, for free. How kind! But then individuals become _dependent_ on their software, since the individual needs to communicate with his/her friends, family, employer, and the rest of the population. At that point, it's in Microsoft's interest to start charging. If "dependent" seems like a strong word to you, ask yourself this question: Why do _you_ pay for Windows, Word and Excel? Isn't it because you want to read documents you wrote in the past, and because you want to communicate with others who use the same software? At the moment, Linux seems like the nice guy. But who owns Linux? If Linux becomes commonplace, and some of us become dependent, can they charge?
The gnu license as it is was made to prevent such an issue. The code is open source and millions of people over the world "own" the code, can view it,modify it and whatever they want except sell it as a proprietary code base. if Linus torvolds made Linux a closed product... I can't imagine he could... those people would just get to work on the old code base to make a new version with backwards compatibility for whatever they want. Microsoft back in the past when this video was made tried their best to hide the code from you so you can get it from them. Its still a closed code but that may change in the coming years.
+Tim Crinion Linux is free and its open source .now no one can convince you its good or that it has ulterior motives .but you can get informed about linux in wikipedia you can read about its law .how you can use it own it .......but most of all its free and the biggest plus is its open source so you can change it you can look at the source code .you can look under the hood ,ant you are not being controlled by Windows so you cant temper with it .its you’re .Windows is not you’re if you want to change it play with it get creative with it .whereas in Linux if you want to if you want to change the code you can .you are allowed to you are encouraged to .I dont play much with the code but I love the fact that if I get curios I can .I use the Linux terminal alot and when I have to use windows at work or some where ells .I miss the power of linux .start getting familiar with the terminal the shell and it puts another dimension into using linux ..press CTRL ALT T and the terminal comes up .put a couple of comands and I can know whats the traffic on my computer .the processes the temperatures networking every thing .much quiker than anny GUI unreal
Linux-based operating systems are already the most used operating systems in the world. There's no plan to suddenly monetize it. The point of Linux and the ideas around it is to foster innovation and collaboration.
Oh man, thank you so much for your videos. You have really been filling in the gaps for me. I'm working on a computer science degree and this has been so helpful! Thank you!
Aadith V not everyone is a programmer, some are just here for their preparation for exams, so shut the hell up, this guy is starting from scratch so that everyone understands it!
Linus wrote the "Linux Kernel". The software that was bundled with the GNU stuff is simply called Linux. This "GNU/Linux" is a wordy, mouthy, egocentric phrase that nobody uses. Stallman and Torvalds should've made an agreement to call it "Ginux" (Gee-nux) or something and resolved this issue back in the day. Well they didn't and they never can now. Since the most integral part of an OS is it's kernel and it's package manager, people simply call the OS Linux now. End of story.
Yeah, but for an introductory video about Linux, I would expect an indepth explaination of what Linux actually is, not what you will go about calling it because everyone else does. Cloning from a clone causes mutation.
Yetoo I hear you, but linux is not a single operating system like most other OS'es are. It has many distributions and some can be completely different from the other. On Windows and MacOS, you only get 1 version of the operating system, that's it! On Linux, it's a whole bunch of aggregate packages bundled together or just a box of lego pieces for YOU to put together (see Linux From Scratch or Arch linux). Since there are so many ways that a Linux OS can be built, you can't just point your finger and say "this is linux" anymore. They share some software packages more or less but they're not a single type. It's like dogs really : ) Chihuahua and Rottweilers are both dogs yet quite different.
Can Metan I knew that already. I think you thought I was replying to the thread start and not you. RUclips fucked up. But in case you didn't know I was replying to you; I know that already.
Thank you for this very informative intro. I was under a misconception about 'free' open source software and what that meant. Your explanation is very clear and well delivered.
I have huge respect for Eli. For someone who is really willing to learn, Eli's video are just instrumental, precise and clear to the point. Also there are some who do not agree with his views and facts, which is completely fine, but it would be helpful if they counter Eli with the original facts rather than just say he is wrong. This video almost has nearly million views for a reaon and that is simply because people believe in Eli.
It is very frustrating seeing so much in this video that is plain wrong. History: Linus Created Linux for himself , and shared it with others saying "if you change it share the changes" also "linux" was not created between 1991 and 1994 , any more than windows was created in 1995, it's Still being Created and Updated and evolving. Licensing: Redhat suck , but you can get Centos if you need a redhat clone. Almost All Linux software and Almost All Linux Distros are "Free as in freedom" Most Linux Distros are Licensed under the GPL which basicly says You can do what you like with this software , you can use it , change it and redistribute it. But if you must give these same rights to anyone you give this ( and your changes) to. Redhat add software restrictions that require paid support to get software updates, the actual software that gets updated is available in other ways, Centos offers the same software without requiring this support fee. Anyone installing software should of course understand their licences. if you want to run IBM DB2 on Linux you still need a licence from IBM after all. Of course he's also right about the Command Line Interface (CLI) being more powerful But there is just so much that is not factually correct here :-(
yes , but the video seemed to imply it was developed between `91 and '94 , I feel that this implied that it was finished then and is not upto date. Also the licensing all Eli's examples were boundary cases and not the norm at all for most users and Every Distro I have used. Linux is very business friendly and I have never seen these issues he talks about outside of Redhat, which as I said if yo don't want to pay, use CENTOS.
Of all the facts that this video gets wrong and Beyondgeek points out this is the least significant . This video has so many HUGE mistakes on important facts (like what open source S/W means) that its dangerous.
for someone who has never used Linux, and just became curious... this is terrible, in the fact that you dont even show a screen shot, a video , maybe 5 minutes of a walk thru the OS... this would actually be great if you actually show us Linux. SHOW us how it looks different than Windows or Mac.
ruclips.net/video/_gCwCOhMcog/видео.htmlm01s How disappointing eli if that was true many of us who use GNU/Linux everyday would have these SO CALLED issues. Quirky freezing, wha? You should of check your drivers first. May I point out that if you are using hardware that IS made to run windows(Which SUCKS as a DESKTOP O.S) then don't blame GNU/Linux. You lost my respect. Edit (I was a bit hard on Eli. I was watching he's other videos and forgot how well he teaches.) Having said that I hope to see some updated GNU/Linux videos on this series if already done I will watch.
How old is this video..? You're trying to gig me on a 5 year old video with today's versions of Linux..? If you can't bother to look at the publish date I don't give 2 craps about your "respect"...
+Eli the Computer Guy Eli first glad for a reply. 2nd it is why I posted a comment in the first place. People who want to start with GNU/Linux will eventually watch your video. 3. GNU/Linux (desktop)was stable and worked well back 5 years ago I and many of my regular client's have been using it without any issues. In fact my tax guy has been using Debian with gnome desktop (not shell) for 7 years on a AMD Athlon 4000 with 2gb of ram. I had to clone the drive because he had bad sectors, but other then that no issues. 4. I apologize for the command and respect that you replied to my commant. I'm just sick and tired of so called pro's that knock on GNU/Linux on the issues you had. Sometimes it's the simplest driver issue that had to be looked at. Again I hope you can update this video series it will help the GNU/Linux Community. We work hard to to fix many of these issues. Thanks for the reply Eli
Alex Rubio Any person who has common sense that comes to this video should be able to realize that it's a 5 year old video and won't apply the same way now that it did 5 years ago.
PeopleHateMyOpinions who is also a terrible Grammar Nazi Please read my past comment. To explain even back 5 years ago the desktop was stable. Google,AutoZone,etc just to name a few would not use it. It all comes down to drivers and hardware that are designed to run Windows. The Linux kernel gets most of them. Which it's great to get bug reports to the community. To fix or create a better driver. If you have issues with the desktop review the logs to find out what is the problem. I know most people will not go to the trouble, but if your going to install another o.s and are that far in to try I see no reason to do a bit of research on your hardware. There's excellent documentation for each distro.
+Eli the Computer Guy A solution might be to add an annotation. I've found annotations to be really useful in keeping static information sources (like videos) to stay current. And if you do that, don't forget that Linux's stability stands or falls with the right hardware support.
The way you explained in this course are so understandable and I'm truly grateful for this video even tho this video is old. I'm a slow learner and I find this video a quick catch up understanding because I'm taking Linux fundamental class this semester. Thanks Eli!
Hi Eli, Your explanation/description is in a very simple way .... I am from India and would like to inform you that you have a lot of fans here !!! :) Good Luck ..
I'm currently in school for IT learning Linux (and various other things) and I always come to your videos and they help me more than anything, thank you for all that you do @eli
You forgot about one way we handle open source, we're livin' on the tip, the more the user tip's or sponsors the project (donations) the more updates they'll see. as more time will be dedicated to it.
Linus did not set out to create his own open-source OS. He wanted to run his homework. He was a Computer Engineering student. The School's computer was Unix. There was nothing like Unix for personal computers, so he created his own Kernel that used the same Unix commands to test his homework. He then posted a copy of his kernel on the school's computer so that others could use it too. Meanwhile, in the US, a group of people was creating open-source software. What they did not have was an OS to run their software. Everything ran on Unix, which was extremely expensive. They heard what Linus created and asked if he could make his kernel run their software. He said yes, and the resulting code from the GNU group and Linux is what we now know of as Linux.
To further elaborate, as others have said, GNU/Linux is an OS. Likewise, the various distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, Mint, Fedora, etc, would be considered Operating Systems. But Linux by itself is just a kernel. Granted, it's a very powerful kernel. It contains not only all of the commands but also the necessary hardware drivers.
I cannot stop thanking you i have been through several of you videos you gave me complete refreshing courses in networks and operating systems. i will come back to all other of your videos. thanks thanks thanks sure subscribed and liked all.
I usually do not comment on any videos but I really appreciate you imparting invaluable knowledge and advice on a free platform like RUclips. I really like your way of explaining things and each and everything falls in perspective if one listens carefully to everything you say. Thank you, @Eli the Computer Guy!
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I was hired as an IT Support for Sumitomo on September 2012. When I arrived, their Server was running on Linux. Eli has helped me cope up with the stress of being able to learn Linux in record time. ELI I CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH. I know it took a bit of time but I know it's never too late to say THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES.
Same here.. Same position and I can't honestly thank this guy enough
Well done guys. I am trying to enter in the job market now as 2019. Any tips for a novice?
Wow! 10 years and still relevant. Just about to start my Linux journey aged 49 & 3/4. Thanks Eli
5 years after this video was uploaded someone watched the entire video and learned a lot of things and clarified a lot of misconceptions. People like you make the web a better place. Thank you so much!
Indeed.
This Introduction is almost 5 years so newcomers should know that the desktop versions are extremely stable, without any crashes or all the stuff that are described with passion here. And of course day by day are getting even better and more beautiful (in example Opensuse, Mint and Manjaro desktops are gorgeous). As a home user you wont ever wonder about paying something and lower and UPPER case in login username/ password and so is the same as in Windows or your email and facebook account you are daily used to. Most important for me is the ease of use: after installing your Gnu/Linux Distro everything is working out of the box! No Flash installation, no Antivirus, no Drivers, no Office suite, no continous restarts is needed from you. It just works! And of course you do not need to come to a terminal command line interface if you don't want to. Distros like Ubuntu or Mint are fully graphical and more user friendly than Windows. I strongly believe that anyone who could argue with all these has not used a popular Gnu/Linux Distribution for the past 2 years...
Thank you Mr. Eli . I am 60 years old still I have got an idea what is open source and the difference between WINDOWS and LINUX and its distributions.
Happy 67th Ommini!!!
Eli your the extra teacher/lecturer i wish i had in my school years+ , i still turned out super. Eli your the guy!
I know Linux well, but it's so hard to find teaching material for others to watch and learn and that's the most annoying thing about ytube, many will end up learning from someone that doesn't cover the topic at hand and in the technology world we cannot afford to miss things out!
I am watching this video at the very start of 2016 and it has inspired me to learn how to use linux. Thank you!!!
+Ivan Moreno I am watching this video in 2016 as I am inspired to do something with my life. Be a Linux server IT guy maybe!
u guys are odd
+MadMax052
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+Ivan Moreno That escalated appropriately.
"EASE" this is the phrase that comes into my mind to briefly describes the beauty of this tutorial. The way things segmented and illustrated by this wonderful teacher is mind blowing.
Thank you Eli. I watched this video couple of years ago & now thanks to you I'm a cloud support engineer.
Coming back again, I’m a cyber security consultant. Thank you so much
I like how you're more engaging and simple with your teaching than most professors I've had in my life
I've been using computers for almost 30 years and that is the first time I have ever heard the term "LUI - Line User Interface", the far more common term, and arguably the more correct one, is "CLI - Command Line Interface".
Aaron Hill if we’re talking about Command Line” in Linux the most common term is actually “Terminal”.
hahaha lol
is actually CLUI
I have no CLUE about what you, computer people, are talking about
No Sean, terminal is a CLI tool. CLI is the correct term when referencing the material in this video.
Your a great teacher. Thanks for the instructional videos.
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***** *Joe, *Hernandez.
Touché
***** Um, why talk about yourself like that?
Pixelated Persona hahahahahaha! xD
yes, you have repeated things several times over however that is how a proper class should be given. Your time and video was very helpful to me , Thank You.
Better to repeat himself than to leave out vital information. I bet this Video took WEEKS at least to make. He's gotta write the script, record all the stuff, Try to make each section as close to 1 take as possible. Then render it all - Very nice video!
I'm having to learn Linux for various reasons - This is an outstanding video that has taken my attitude from "I'm going to do it" to "I want to do it".
I have a feeling that you could teach almost any topic well...
8 years later and still a masterpiece, I am speechless indeed. Thanks
Love that someone's actually trying to push the message that Open Source does NOT = FREE!
+EposVox Ooo,Epos,you like watching this channel too,guess the old "great minds thinks the same" saying was right afteral.
JosephKing75 CBP I watch Eli all the time!
EposVox
I used to watch him from time to time but now I have a lot to binge-watch on his channel,great guy,I've went to see the latest videos on your channel,watched the sticky notes one so far,I tought it may be posible to find it on windows 10 but I was not sure about that,did you have any problems with windows 10 deleting pirated stuff?I hope that will not afect me because I live in eastern europe in a 3rd world country that is considered by some a 1st world country,I know it is bad,but I have no other option because I am 16 and without available jobs.I am waiting for the summer to install windows 10 and use the new stuff,I am so exited to see linux integration,that will mean we can run it on our sistems without any software in between the distro and the computer,all done through windows 10 itself.
I've not had any issues with Windows 10 deleting pirated stuff.
AFAIK they can only do it for Microsoft pirated programs, anyway, which I don't use.
EposVox
I don't use Microsoft pirated programs despite the tipical microsoft office pro 2016 or whatever it was called,I am watching the KDE Plasma 5.5 video right now,nice series,you do videos on things I really like,I don't even know how you manage to do it but here I am,the summer will be the time when I am gonna watch even more videos and stuff.
Your channel as a whole is a great contribution to the human race and you are under appreciated as the Digital Buddha that you are. Thank you for all your videos.
Digital Buddha.. now those are two beautiful words put together well
Linux is just the kernel, not a full operating system. GNU/Linux is not Unix from a corporate perspective, but from a technical perspective it is very simillar. It falls under the category "Unix-like"
Operating systems that run on the Linux kernel include: Debian, Ubuntu, Android, Fedora, etc...
+Dinil Gunaratne
This.
Personally, I just call it GNU.
Really what they did was copy everything from UNIX for their own libre version of it.
"Repetition" is a Teaching/Learning tool. As a class , this teacher is doing a great job.
@@alllovelain That was certainly true originally, but there has now been so much done original, from scratch, for the first time, on Linux, that it is truly its own thing nowadays. People used to say *nix to include both, but now it just seems silly, besides not matching the regular expression including *inux.
I just wanted to throw out a shout to you and say thank you for all the videos you put out there for everyone. IT is a new field I am getting a degree in so I always go to your videos when the instructors I have aren't able to teach the subject in a way I can understand or relate (I am currently in a UNIX/Linux class).
Some instructors in schools tend to believe all of us have experience in these areas, but the way you go through these videos explaining everything in such a thorough way is VERY much appreciated. No matter how old some might be there are still extremely helpful because these are the very basics of this field. Sorry this comment is so long, but just wanted to let you know that these videos are appreciated and valued by people like me. So again, thank you for what you do!!
Eli remains my BEST ONLINE TUTOR.Thumbs up Eli...all the way from Lagos Nigeria. Thank you for teaching me sooo much and making it all so easy to understand and follow....
0:01 - Introduction to Linux
05:17 - Distribution ( like Ubuntu, mint, parrot, kali Linux, Linux Lite, Kubuntu, Ubuntu Mate
10:22 - Open Source
21:25 - The Shell ( CLI - Character Line Interface , GUI - Graphical User Interface)
24:34 - ROOT
27:12 - Capitalization ( Capitalization matter in Linux like Home and HOME is totally different but not in windows world )
31:08 - Server Vs. Desktop
35:03 - Why Use Linux?
39:23 - Final Thoughts......
I'd just like to interject for a moment. What you're referring to as Linux, is in fact, GNU/Linux, or as I've recently taken to calling it, GNU plus Linux. Linux is not an operating system unto itself, but rather another free component of a fully functioning GNU system made useful by the GNU corelibs, shell utilities and vital system components comprising a full OS as defined by POSIX.
Many computer users run a modified version of the GNU system every day, without realizing it. Through a peculiar turn of events, the version of GNU which is widely used today is often called "Linux", and many of its users are not aware that it is basically the GNU system, developed by the GNU Project.
There really is a Linux, and these people are using it, but it is just a part of the system they use. Linux is the kernel: the program in the system that allocates the machine's resources to the other programs that you run. The kernel is an essential part of an operating system, but useless by itself; it can only function in the context of a complete operating system. Linux is normally used in combination with the GNU operating system: the whole system is basically GNU with Linux added, or GNU/Linux. All the so-called "Linux" distributions are really distributions of GNU/Linux.
this is very clear and concise, plus correct. I have a Linux class this spring and this is like the first page.."almost word for word"
as a n00b, i will take that into consideration.
correct
le 4chinz /g/ culture
since this introduction is for beginners , i think it is really useless and confusing to debate about the GNU/Linux Issue , after all Linux is an operating system .
You are really good at teaching.
Very impressed with Eli. He has a rare gift, the ability to absorb and regurgitate difficult subjects and make them easier to understand. Also moves the topic along at light speed. Thanks for contributing significantly to the Linux discussions, friend.
Eli, you do a wonderful job teaching, I am taking classes at a university and I use your videos to teach me!! You are much more clear than my instructors or the resources we are given. Thank you for all of your videos.
Did some homework. Linus wrote the kernel, while most of the Linux parts were compiled by a small community of hackers since the early 80s. That was the "free software project", dubbed GNU. Linus made the kernel, everything else was compiled before, and after 1991.
yep, Elli should do a bit more research... disappointing. But he, however, did mention that UNIX was not free back in the early 90s. There is some sort of free UNIX nowadays, the BSD's systems.
You are 100% correct!
Linux is a Unix clone, Linus created the kernel as a program hobby to connect to his university's larger computers but the rest of the OS parts were built and compiled by a small community of hackers as the GNU project to mock Unix since it was proprietary and make it free for everyone and that's how Linux OS was made, technically the word Linux refers only to the kernel not the OS as a whole
10:15
he had to have been bullied at school for that lol
repetitive...
just a short summary for people who doesn't want to listen him repeating same thing over and over again..
1.linux is operating system
2.interface is similar to Unix but its a whole different o.s. Early version of linux is built by Linus as a hobby. People later on work on for further development, producing different versions: Ubuntu, redhat...etc
3. it is open source. open source does not mean free. you are only allowed to see the source code. modifying or redistributing may involve licensing issue.
4. root of a user = home(directory)
root user = administrator
5. gui < lui preferable in unix
6. install desktop version for noobie
7. but bear in mind Linux is most efficient when used as server.
or..
maybe watch the last 15 min of this video...
+Hankyol Lee You missed quite a bit:
Introduction
Linux was created by Linus Torvalds between 1991 and 1994
Linux is not a version of Unix
Distributions
Once Linux was released to the public numerous institutions created their own versions of the operating system. These different versions are called Distributions, or Distros. Different Distros have different functionality.
Open Source software is not necessarily free software
Make sure you understand the licensing requirements for your Open Source software before you release it into a Production Environment.
Defining The Shell
The Shell is the interface you use to interact with the Operating System. Windows uses a GUI (Graphical User Interface) Shell, Linux primarily uses a LUI (Line User Interface)
ROOT
ROOT is the highest level of anything in the Linux world. ROOT user is the highest level user. The ROOT directory s the highest level directory.
Capitalization matters in Linux (HOME is different then home)
Server vs. Desktop Versions
Server versions of Linux install the bare minimum number of components for the system to function. After installation you will be faced with a blinking cursor.
Desktop versions of Linux come prepackaged with a GUI environment and numerous tools and applications. After installation you will be presented with an environment that looks a lot like Windows or the Mac OS.
What Linux is really god for?
Linux is great for server functionality
Linux is still poor for every day desktop functionality for most users.
I was an IT Trainer for 10 years you are one of the best teachers I have ever seen!!!!!!!!!!
11 years and this video is still clearing all the doubts. Thanks!
Windows 10 brought me here...
Would you like to attempt your reply again, in English?
Every individual penny. Maybe a couple at a time even!
It's like Vista made a baby with "ME" and it came out completely and utterly fucked up.
Microsoft brought me to Linux.
Brutal. @@jmullentech
I'd love to see his opinion of the Linux desktop in 2015.
Personally, I'm loving my Mint KDE, and have found the software to be often superior to Windows.
+Noah Namey Same here. I've been using Mint for years (even before it was "cool" to run Mint).
anything is superior to watching spinning donuts and having no clue what is going on (and failing).
The book of Eli
***** one thing I don't get, do you pay to linix company or whatever for everything you do or only for commercialing?
You don't pay anything for personal use.
You might have to pay something in some cases if you use it for commercial purposes.
Ok thx bro ;)
As someone who doesn't know much about information technology, this has been one of the greatest introductions I've seen.
Eli you are such a blessing man, God bless you more for what you are doing. I am learning a lot from you I always watch your lectures, I'm finishing my internship as an IT Technician but still feel as though I have not learn anything I'm hungry for more knowledge and watching your videos helps me a lot. Thank you man from the bottom of my heart.
I migrated completly from Win 7 to Ubuntu 13.04 then 13.10 then 14.04 I have very few problems. I find that Ubuntu is better than Windows for your regular desktop user.
Except for drivers 😆
@@random-accessmemory9201 what drivers are you having an issue with? Linux includes drivers for most hardware. Ubuntu and Manjaro include access to a large number of nonfree drivers. i've rarely had any issues, barring obscure hardware.
You gave me a broader perspective of linux thanks. What Distro do you use the most?
+Kenrick Varnado I like Ubuntu
+Kenrick Varnado I use Mint, it's great for most purposes, and is compatible with Ubuntu
+Eli the Computer Guy, hi -- just wondered if you still not recommend linux for the desktop. This video was recorded in 2011 and now things have moved on. We are using Ubuntu 14.04LTS on my kids PCs and it seems good to me.
+Eli the Computer Guy Hello I want 2 become a Pen Tester, i'm from the UK and just graduated in IT Security i have some skills in Metasploit and Nmap just wanted 2 ask is the CEH certification really important in order to get foot through the door, or is it just down to practical skills set?? some Training providers said when u get the CEH. starting salary is 30k in british pounds which is 46 thousand US dollars. however some IT Security experts i spoke 2 stated that this particular certification is not really relevant because it just gives some technical knowledge not hands on practice. need some advice braa on the way forward. cheers.
+Eli the Computer Guy How do you like red hat. ? What is the difference between them ? Thx
I wish you were my Professor
I wouldnt as I like my facts correct
Man, I wish I had youtube when I was in high school. I would have been a total geek. Thank You Eli. I am going through all of your videos.
This video teaches SO much, and in less than an hour: Linux, operating systems, shells, user interfaces, open source software, and licensing in general. Awesome.
if only i could understand my girlfriend this easily
Much like Linux, if you set her up perfectly, she'll be there forever....
....but if you make one single mistake, EVER, you'll have nothing but problems. So, good luck.
Chances are if you're reading this - you don't have a partner HAHA 😂
Except you don't need to cause you don't have one.
@@alexnezhynsky9707 lol
@@Trev0r98 How would you know anything about women incel? You've never touched one.
13:32 my nutsack moved when he said geeks like us
Linux is a UNIX Clone. But if you consider Portable Operating System Interface (POSIX) standards then Linux can be considered as UNIX. To quote from Official Linux kernel README file: Linux is a Unix clone written from scratch by Linus Torvalds with assistance from a loosely-knit team of hackers across the Net. Sep 8, 2016
+renegade8144
Philosophical question: if you clone a clone, isn't it the same as the original?
Realistic position: both Minix and Linux are both POSIX compliant so they're both UNIX clones.
Watching this 11 years later I have to say Linux has come a LONG way. I used various versions (Ubuntu, OpenSUSE) for more than a year as my daily driver at work (I'm an IT professional so it's a bit skewed) and I can honestly say it works like a charm these days. Especially Ubuntu - if you stick with the LTS release it's rock solid and driver support is brilliant.
Very useful information. Especially a fan of Eli breaking up the information and narrowing the focus down so that the information available is easier to consume in a 1 hour class.
I really appreciate the info. Could you make the video half as long by not repeating everything you said 3x-5x times please? I can always watch your video's again if I miss something.
+Jason Moonsmith Yes, the repetition is killing it .(
+Jason Moonsmith its a lot of info to take in for someone who has absolutely no knowledge and reiterating it can help people, especially older people watching it
Greg Madden ... Please read comments before replying. As I said, just hit "replay" if you missed anything the first time. A more to the point video could be made for normal people, and slower folk can JUST. WATCH. IT. AGAIN.
Have a wonderful day.
+Jason Moonsmith If he did that, someone else would post that he summarize things more. It just so happened that his teaching style doesn't fit your learning style. Instead of him going through the effort of adjusting to you (which would end up in an infinite loop since he would then keep on adjusting to everyone's opinion on how he should teach), why not we adjust to him for the effort, time, and dedication it took to upload this video five years ago. :)
+Jason Moonsmith Go uck yourself dude
Thanks man...i really learnt a lot from the intro.
I prefer GNU/LINUX :) thanks for the vid
That's explained so well that it's almost impossible to not understand. You really started from the start. In all the other videos i watched, the hosts kept using terminologies that won't necessarily be understood by everyone. You kept it simple, and yet complete. You deserve a big freaking like as well as a subscription !
Realizing that this video is 4 years old, I have been using desktop Linux for about 6 years. I have far less problems using it than I do in windows. I now dual boot Win 7 Pro and Linux Mint 17. The onlt reason I keep the Win 7 is because some apps I use simply do not work in Linux (Gaming). However, the games i do play in linux work far better in linux than they do in windows. Very good class and I thank you for some of the information that you taught.
"What you're referring to as Linux, is in fact, GNU/Linux, or as I've recently taken to calling it, GNU plus Linux...."
could not resist..
I'm using Ubuntu 13.10 on my desktop and it works really well, the only problems i have are some freezes due to only 4GB of RAM (i don't feel like closing programs :P ). Also it's running from an SSD so it's really fast even though it's using only SATA 2, my boot time is 6 seconds
Are you on unity? it does freeze my system too. i have shifted to lxde and it is much better.
Yes, i'm on Unity. I probably won't change till i have tried 14.04. If that freezes, i'm probably going back to KDE
Topias Salakka even i am waiting for 14.04 , i have switched between LXDE and XFCE. finally settled down for LXDE. problem with KDE was installing whole bunch of KDE libraries.
lalit nagrath
Running Arch Linux with OpenBox and secondary as Gnome.
Topias Salakka does it freeze randomly or when you use the dash home? If it does it on dash home, just go to a terminal and type "sudo apt-get install compizconfig-settings-manager" (you can also use the ubuntu software center) and then go to a terminal and type "ccsm". A program will pop up. Scroll down the program and click the ubuntu unity plug in. Then you need to find something called active blur and switch it off :)
Very rudimentary description of the Linux environment, it's funny half the comments are grateful newbies and the other half are sperging stallmanists
Frederiko Clefton its an intro to linux not an in depth explanation
Damn!!!! This guys just explained and simplified all the basics I was trying to get around... Damn.. Man. You need an international award
My question is: given that the video is 8 years old, how much of the content is still relevant today? Like many others Microsoft is driving me to Linux. I'm just beginning to learn and don't have Linux just yet, but it's coming.
@@uptoit100
A LOT of it is still relevant to get the basics of linux. The basic ideas and commands are still pretty much the same. Trust me, most modern materials won't be as simplified as this and you will be left lost on what you re doing.
I ll advice you to install a virtual linux on a vmware on your Computer, then try some couple of tutorials on the basic commands, then watch the video again
I love how you just repeat things over and over and over again, like you're trying to beat it into our heads with a sledgehammer. Helps a lot, thank you :)
You could say the same in 10 minutes instead of 48:08.
I beg to disagree. Remember, this tutorial is for beginners. And for a beginner & slowpoke like me, things need to be stressed and drilled over & over again before it registers. :) So yes, 50-minute long video is well worth it. Hats off ( no Red Hat ) to you Eli. Thank you so much.
kudalaMangalooru Maybe it's not fore me although | am also a begginer. I don't have much time, and I have problems to keep focused. I expect something faster. Maybe it's not fore me.
So, Linux and Unix are actually the same thing, right?
i think not? check 3:18 again
no.
This bothered me. By my understanding, Linux is a *flavor* of UNIX and UNIX is the POSIX standard. If we're only going to call UNIX a single operating system then it's been irrelevant for decades and why are we still using the term at all?
Thank You. Saludos desde México.
Thank you. This may be six years old but now I understand the basics. Bless you many times over.
The reason why Linux is easy to confuse with Unix is that, many ideas/principles in Linux are borrowed from Unix or done in the same way as in unix.One of the reasons why Torvalds started to create the Linux in the begin, was because he liked the unix system, and wanted one at home, but couldn't afford it. Very good video and simply explained!
Log in as groot lol
+the biscuit gamer password for groot is "We are groot" lol haha good stuff
+the biscuit gamer You just gave me an idea for a user on my Linux server :-D
+Ilannguaq Jonathansen
You should create an alias for the 'whoami' command so it would display 'I'm' before the username. Therefore when you type 'whoami' the output would be 'I' m Groot' when logged in as 'Groot'
I like Eli's videos, however, this intro to Linux got almost everything wrong. The only section that did not contain any errors was the section on capitalization. The dates and the way Linux was created was inaccurate, the entire section on open source licensing missed the point and went far astray from what open source really means, the section on root used DOS examples for the filesystem and there was no mention of the word "filesystem," the entire section on distributions was inaccurate and no mention of maintaining control of the kernel source tree and the difference between the kernel and the userland software, the whole discussion of desktop Linux being buggy and prone to freezing is outrageously wrong, the definition of server vs. desktop got the server version description wrong, etc. It is ridiculously apparent that Eli has gotten much more wrong about Linux and should not be doing this dis-service to open source software. After using Linux since 1998, and as my sole desktop OS since 2005, Linux is more than capable on the desktop and server, one just needs to know what they are doing.
You are dangerously wrong about the meaning of open source: The very first sentence of the definition of open source sw at opensource.org/osd-annotated is: "Open source doesn't just mean access to the source code. " Yet at around 19:00 you explicitly state the exact opposite with strong emphasis. At least learn the basics before teaching others.
Absolutely correct.
He is the BEST BEST guy on youtube.
The way he explain things and cover each and every concept is beautiful.
I really wonder how would I had learnt networking if he was not on youtube.
Hats off man! Thanks YOU!
Very well put Eli, I appreciate your time and effort. You gave me the drive to take notes as well as getting started for this whole field. Thank you!
Unnecessarily redundant imo
Same thoughts here. He's great and knows a lot, but he tends to repeat points a bit more than needed.
Shane Bowman That's good. Repetitive is good for remembering.
Flex Quad dependence the level of your understand.
okay, so caps lock is bad, noted.
600 neckbeard hipsters must have heard the part where Eli says Linux isn't perfect.
I recently stumbled on this channel. Subscribed. This guy is an insanely good attitude teacher. I am reading the comments where he may be corrected. But he's teaching you free knowledge in a attractive way. Learn what you can from me and more on your own journey.
This is all new to me, I am very grateful to you. It has been enlightening and been an education.
Retired person trying to keep abreast of computer technologies.
Thank you very much.
Terry
"Linux is an OS", "Linux is mainly for servers", "DistrObution". I love Eli, but man, get your facts straight. This video was so cringeworthy
In addition to that, a DOS promt on a Linux server? I've never heard of that!
FiddleStick's Could you rephrase a bit? i seriously don't understand what you're trying to say
I'm from Brasil.
Okay..?
Kay Klark if you were listening, he said in the video that Linux is popular in Brazil.
Jay Bartgis That's pretty cool. Sorry lol, I didn't watch the entire video. >.
his left ear looks sad
:(
+Sycabara lmao!
+Sycabara lol
I never write a comment in RUclips. But You're teaching forced me to write you specially (my first RUclips comment) Mr. Eli You are a talented person and you know how to teach Student-World. Your video helped me to understand Linux. Please keep up your explanation because it is the main point that helped me to understand all about Linux.
Not only I learned about Linux, but with your beautiful pronouncing words, learned more English words. Great Job.
It's "My-S-Q-L", it's *not* "My-Sequel"!!! Why can't even professionals pronounce this correctly?!
Another techie who knows the only 'right' way to do something? Shocking.
Don Abel I'm sure he can "pronounce" all 26 letters of the alphabet. That it was acronym-ized when you were in utero is the reason that, here in 2015, you are incensed by "even professionals" using longstanding, long-accepted and well meaning acronyms. Good lord, don't ever work for or near military personnel. You'll surely blow a gasket and be all fubarred.
I have a question: I know Linux is free, but who owns it?
A common tactic by drug dealers is to give away free drugs. Then, when addiction begins, and people need drugs, the dealers begin charging.
I believe that, if the entire population of Africa suddenly owned a laptop each, Microsoft might give them Windows, Word, Excel, the whole package, for free. How kind! But then individuals become _dependent_ on their software, since the individual needs to communicate with his/her friends, family, employer, and the rest of the population. At that point, it's in Microsoft's interest to start charging.
If "dependent" seems like a strong word to you, ask yourself this question: Why do _you_ pay for Windows, Word and Excel? Isn't it because you want to read documents you wrote in the past, and because you want to communicate with others who use the same software?
At the moment, Linux seems like the nice guy. But who owns Linux? If Linux becomes commonplace, and some of us become dependent, can they charge?
The gnu license as it is was made to prevent such an issue. The code is open source and millions of people over the world "own" the code, can view it,modify it and whatever they want except sell it as a proprietary code base. if Linus torvolds made Linux a closed product... I can't imagine he could... those people would just get to work on the old code base to make a new version with backwards compatibility for whatever they want. Microsoft back in the past when this video was made tried their best to hide the code from you so you can get it from them. Its still a closed code but that may change in the coming years.
+Tim Crinion Linux is free and its open source .now no one can convince you its good or that it has ulterior motives .but you can get informed about linux in wikipedia you can read about its law .how you can use it own it .......but most of all its free and the biggest plus is its open source so you can change it you can look at the source code .you can look under the hood ,ant you are not being controlled by Windows so you cant temper with it .its you’re .Windows is not you’re if you want to change it play with it get creative with it .whereas in Linux if you want to if you want to change the code you can .you are allowed to you are encouraged to .I dont play much with the code but I love the fact that if I get curios I can .I use the Linux terminal alot and when I have to use windows at work or some where ells .I miss the power of linux .start getting familiar with the terminal the shell and it puts another dimension into using linux ..press CTRL ALT T and the terminal comes up .put a couple of comands and I can know whats the traffic on my computer .the processes the temperatures networking every thing .much quiker than anny GUI unreal
Linux-based operating systems are already the most used operating systems in the world. There's no plan to suddenly monetize it. The point of Linux and the ideas around it is to foster innovation and collaboration.
He’s Like a geekier version of Jason Statham
Oh man, thank you so much for your videos. You have really been filling in the gaps for me. I'm working on a computer science degree and this has been so helpful! Thank you!
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@@siddharthsurya792 I don’t understand your reply to my comment. Do we know each other?
im watching this after 12 years. you are amazing!
He is really really really slow, he could have said these entire video in 5 minutes. Its annoying when he repeats everything 5-6 times.
Aadith V Repetition is how you learn things, if you only hear/learn something once it will easily be forgotten.
Aadith V not everyone is a programmer, some are just here for their preparation for exams, so shut the hell up, this guy is starting from scratch so that everyone understands it!
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Shivendra Singh your spelling is atrocious; grammar non-existent ..haha
Omg this guy repeats the same sentences over and over way too much.
Linux is a kernel !!!!!!!!!!!! Not an OS.
Linus wrote the "Linux Kernel". The software that was bundled with the GNU stuff is simply called Linux.
This "GNU/Linux" is a wordy, mouthy, egocentric phrase that nobody uses. Stallman and Torvalds should've made an agreement to call it "Ginux" (Gee-nux) or something and resolved this issue back in the day.
Well they didn't and they never can now. Since the most integral part of an OS is it's kernel and it's package manager, people simply call the OS Linux now. End of story.
Yeah, but for an introductory video about Linux, I would expect an indepth explaination of what Linux actually is, not what you will go about calling it because everyone else does. Cloning from a clone causes mutation.
Yetoo I hear you, but linux is not a single operating system like most other OS'es are. It has many distributions and some can be completely different from the other.
On Windows and MacOS, you only get 1 version of the operating system, that's it! On Linux, it's a whole bunch of aggregate packages bundled together or just a box of lego pieces for YOU to put together (see Linux From Scratch or Arch linux).
Since there are so many ways that a Linux OS can be built, you can't just point your finger and say "this is linux" anymore. They share some software packages more or less but they're not a single type.
It's like dogs really : ) Chihuahua and Rottweilers are both dogs yet quite different.
Can Metan I knew that already. I think you thought I was replying to the thread start and not you. RUclips fucked up. But in case you didn't know I was replying to you; I know that already.
Yetoo who cares? not me. I got a bunch of upvotes, what you got? LOL what a looser. Just kidding! LOL. sorry
Thank you for this very informative intro. I was under a misconception about 'free' open source software and what that meant. Your explanation is very clear and well delivered.
I have huge respect for Eli. For someone who is really willing to learn, Eli's video are just instrumental, precise and clear to the point.
Also there are some who do not agree with his views and facts, which is completely fine, but it would be helpful if they counter Eli with the original facts rather than just say he is wrong.
This video almost has nearly million views for a reaon and that is simply because people believe in Eli.
It is very frustrating seeing so much in this video that is plain wrong.
History: Linus Created Linux for himself , and shared it with others saying "if you change it share the changes" also "linux" was not created between 1991 and 1994 , any more than windows was created in 1995, it's Still being Created and Updated and evolving.
Licensing: Redhat suck , but you can get Centos if you need a redhat clone.
Almost All Linux software and Almost All Linux Distros are "Free as in freedom" Most Linux Distros are Licensed under the GPL which basicly says
You can do what you like with this software , you can use it , change it and redistribute it. But if you must give these same rights to anyone you give this ( and your changes) to.
Redhat add software restrictions that require paid support to get software updates, the actual software that gets updated is available in other ways, Centos offers the same software without requiring this support fee.
Anyone installing software should of course understand their licences. if you want to run IBM DB2 on Linux you still need a licence from IBM after all.
Of course he's also right about the Command Line Interface (CLI) being more powerful
But there is just so much that is not factually correct here :-(
Stop being frustrated and butthurt, guy.
Go look up the word "Creation". Linux was created in 91'.
yes , but the video seemed to imply it was developed between `91 and '94 , I feel that this implied that it was finished then and is not upto date. Also the licensing all Eli's examples were boundary cases and not the norm at all for most users and Every Distro I have used. Linux is very business friendly and I have never seen these issues he talks about outside of Redhat, which as I said if yo don't want to pay, use CENTOS.
Of all the facts that this video gets wrong and Beyondgeek points out this is the least significant . This video has so many HUGE mistakes on important facts (like what open source S/W means) that its dangerous.
for someone who has never used Linux, and just became curious... this is terrible, in the fact that you dont even show a screen shot, a video , maybe 5 minutes of a walk thru the OS... this would actually be great if you actually show us Linux. SHOW us how it looks different than Windows or Mac.
ruclips.net/video/_gCwCOhMcog/видео.htmlm01s How disappointing eli if that was true many of us who use GNU/Linux everyday would have these SO CALLED issues. Quirky freezing, wha? You should of check your drivers first. May I point out that if you are using hardware that IS made to run windows(Which SUCKS as a DESKTOP O.S) then don't blame GNU/Linux.
You lost my respect.
Edit (I was a bit hard on Eli. I was watching he's other videos and forgot how well he teaches.) Having said that I hope to see some updated GNU/Linux videos on this series if already done I will watch.
How old is this video..? You're trying to gig me on a 5 year old video with today's versions of Linux..? If you can't bother to look at the publish date I don't give 2 craps about your "respect"...
+Eli the Computer Guy
Eli first glad for a reply.
2nd it is why I posted a comment in the first place. People who want to start with GNU/Linux will eventually watch your video.
3. GNU/Linux (desktop)was stable and worked well back 5 years ago I and many of my regular client's have been using it without any issues. In fact my tax guy has been using Debian with gnome desktop (not shell) for 7 years on a AMD Athlon 4000 with 2gb of ram. I had to clone the drive because he had bad sectors, but other then that no issues.
4. I apologize for the command and respect that you replied to my commant. I'm just sick and tired of so called pro's that knock on GNU/Linux on the issues you had. Sometimes it's the simplest driver issue that had to be looked at.
Again I hope you can update this video series it will help the GNU/Linux Community. We work hard to to fix many of these issues. Thanks for the reply Eli
Alex Rubio Any person who has common sense that comes to this video should be able to realize that it's a 5 year old video and won't apply the same way now that it did 5 years ago.
PeopleHateMyOpinions who is also a terrible Grammar Nazi
Please read my past comment.
To explain even back 5 years ago the desktop was stable. Google,AutoZone,etc just to name a few would not use it. It all comes down to drivers and hardware that are designed to run Windows. The Linux kernel gets most of them. Which it's great to get bug reports to the community. To fix or create a better driver.
If you have issues with the desktop review the logs to find out what is the problem. I know most people will not go to the trouble, but if your going to install another o.s and are that far in to try I see no reason to do a bit of research on your hardware. There's excellent documentation for each distro.
+Eli the Computer Guy A solution might be to add an annotation. I've found annotations to be really useful in keeping static information sources (like videos) to stay current.
And if you do that, don't forget that Linux's stability stands or falls with the right hardware support.
The way you explained in this course are so understandable and I'm truly grateful for this video even tho this video is old. I'm a slow learner and I find this video a quick catch up understanding because I'm taking Linux fundamental class this semester. Thanks Eli!
Hi Eli, Your explanation/description is in a very simple way .... I am from India and would like to inform you that you have a lot of fans here !!! :) Good Luck ..
I'm currently in school for IT learning Linux (and various other things) and I always come to your videos and they help me more than anything, thank you for all that you do @eli
This guy really rocks
Explains everything so clean and clear and straight to the point.
You forgot about one way we handle open source, we're livin' on the tip, the more the user tip's or sponsors the project (donations) the more updates they'll see. as more time will be dedicated to it.
Linus did not set out to create his own open-source OS. He wanted to run his homework. He was a Computer Engineering student. The School's computer was Unix. There was nothing like Unix for personal computers, so he created his own Kernel that used the same Unix commands to test his homework. He then posted a copy of his kernel on the school's computer so that others could use it too.
Meanwhile, in the US, a group of people was creating open-source software. What they did not have was an OS to run their software. Everything ran on Unix, which was extremely expensive. They heard what Linus created and asked if he could make his kernel run their software. He said yes, and the resulting code from the GNU group and Linux is what we now know of as Linux.
To further elaborate, as others have said, GNU/Linux is an OS. Likewise, the various distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, Mint, Fedora, etc, would be considered Operating Systems. But Linux by itself is just a kernel. Granted, it's a very powerful kernel. It contains not only all of the commands but also the necessary hardware drivers.
Still relevant in 2015, really great teacher, keep making videos!
I cannot stop thanking you i have been through several of you videos you gave me complete refreshing courses in networks and operating systems. i will come back to all other of your videos. thanks thanks thanks
sure subscribed and liked all.
Thank you for explaining so well what open source is and the business models behind.
I usually do not comment on any videos but I really appreciate you imparting invaluable knowledge and advice on a free platform like RUclips. I really like your way of explaining things and each and everything falls in perspective if one listens carefully to everything you say. Thank you, @Eli the Computer Guy!
Thank you. I am a windows user, and I have no clue about how linux works.
This is the only useful source I found on the internet.
the most knowledgeable and the best on tube bar none.