Linux - statistics & facts

Linux operating systems have established a formidable presence in the global tech landscape. Renowned for being an open source system, Linux offers unfettered customization, robust security, and superior performance. Popular distributions of Linux like Ubuntu, Fedora, and CentOS cater to diverse user needs, from personal computing to enterprise-level operations. Unlike proprietary operating systems, Linux's free availability has driven its widespread adoption across servers, embedded systems, and even mobile devices with Android being a prominent example. Major tech giants such as IBM, Google, and Red Hat actively contribute to Linux development, ensuring it continues to evolve and meet the industry's changing demands.
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Published by Lionel Sujay Vailshery, Dec 17, 2025

Key insights

  • Market share of Linux among supercomputers
  • ****%
  • Most popular OS for OpenStack cloud deployments
  • Ubuntu

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