Are you prepping up for an interview where you may face Linux-related questions? Then read through. This article takes you through 17 important Linux questions with answers that will make you interview-ready. So, let’s begin!

1. Who invented the Linux operating system?

The Linux operating system was invented by Finnish software engineer Linus Torvalds along with the Free Software Foundation in 1991.

2. Briefly explain the history of Linux

Linus Torvalds was a student at the University of Helsinki in Finland. He wanted to create an academic version of Unix OS for free. Linus began writing the code. Later his very own operating system became well known as the Linux kernel.

3. How can you access the command line to put commands?

To access the command line, press Ctrl+Alt+T. Or, you can search from the dash by pressing the Meta/Super/Windows button and then type “terminal”.

4. How do you open Terminal in GNOME?

In GNOME, Terminal is under Accessories in the Application menu.

5. What are symbolic links?

Symbolic links are similar to shortcuts in Windows. These links point to files, directories, or programs. It also gives you instant access to it. And you don’t need to go to the entire pathname.

6. What’s IEEE 1284?

IEEE 1284 is a port that defines bi-directional communications between your computer and other devices, such as printers. It was invented in the 1970s by Centronics, and hence was called Centronics Port, after the name of the company. Later it was standardized with IEEE and got the name IEEE 1284.

7. Mention about three advantages of using Linux over Windows

Three advantages of using Linux over Windows are:

• Linux is free but Windows isn’t. Even the applications used for Linux cost $0.

• Linux is open source. It means the source code is available for everyone to view, modify, or edit.