Software patents, in particular, are very ripe for abuse. The whole system encourages big corporations getting thousands and thousands of patents. Individuals almost never get them.
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There are lots of Linux users who don't care how the kernel works, but only want to use it. That is a tribute to how good Linux is.
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What this quote means
Many users appreciate Linux for its functionality rather than its technical complexity.
This quote by Linus Torvalds highlights that a significant number of Linux users do not delve into the technical details of how the Linux kernel operates. Instead, they simply value the operating system for its high-quality performance and usability, which reflects the success and effectiveness of Linux as a tool.
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LinuxKernelUsabilityQualityTechnology
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Example use cases
In a tech conference discussing the evolution of operating systems.
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