Properly configured, Linux systems will generally run until the hardware fails or the system is shut down. Continuous up-times of hundreds of days (up to a year or more) are not uncommon.

Linux is one of the most secure operating systems, largely immune to harmful viruses that can cause expensive and distracting system interruptions. A Linux system has 'walls' built up so that unwanted visitors and viruses do not have broad access. All files and directories have read, write, and execute privileges for the owner, the owner's workgroup, and all others. The Linux community aggressively maintains these 'walls' and all other aspects of Linux security.  

One big advantage of an open system is a large number of software authors and beta testers. This makes the software testing and refinement process faster and better. It means higher-quality software, which means less prone to crash, more efficient, and overall: better. For developers, an important aspect of open software is the ability to write kernel extensions and drivers as needed. This makes it much easier for hardware and software creators to ensure support for their products.

Nowadays, people are becoming more and more enamored with the Internet and what it can do for them. Although not a huge movement yet, there will be more networks set up in homes as costs for basic computer hardware and networking equipment continue to plummet and greater access to fast internet connections becomes available. Because a team of programmers developed Linux over the Internet, its networking features were given a high priority.

Linux is capable of acting as client and/or server to any of the popular operating systems in use today, and is quite capable of being used to run Internet service providers. Many Internet service providers and telephone companies base their technical infrastructure on Linux. Strong enough to support Internet backbone, it is well tested for home and office use.  

Linux servers typically can handle several times as many users as other proprietary ones using the same hardware. Linux can take advantage of the latest processors and even use several of them at the same time for incredible speed.

Furthermore, Linux supports true multi-tasking; the ability to run more than one program at the same time. It is therefore much more natural for the system to be doing many things at the same time without 'flaking out'.

Unlike other environments where industry players create "planned obsolescence", Linux is very efficient and can have high performance on older hardware. The benefit is that users do not have to continually repurchase hardware as often, a big savings.

The biggest advantage of Linux is that it is FREE.

Due to the popularity of Linux there are many companies that offer business grade Linux support. We are proud to offer on site or remote Linux Support to all businesses within Australia and remotely to businesses world wide. Good Linux Support is critical to your business infrastructure so Contact Us today to discuss your Linux Support options.

If you would like to discuss how we can help you in implementing a Linux based solution for your business or have an existing Linux infrastructure and would like business grade Linux Support contact us.