Jargon File

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The Jargon File

Term Explanation read more
distro, distribution A collection of software making up a compete operating system with desktop and applications. Some Linux distros
live CD/DVD A complete distribution on a CD/DVD. Allows you to try out a distro without installing. Safe but slow. Some Live CD's
repo, repository Collection of additional software, that can be installed on your machine. See your distributions webpage for more info
terminal the Linux command line Konsole
Package manager Application to browse repos, add, or remove software. Distros often have their own package managers. This is the preferred way to install, or remove software safely. Software installed this way wil automatically be kept up to date with the latest safety upgrades and bug fixes.
root The administrator of your machine. Even if you administer your own machine, it is still preferable to only log in as root when you absolutely must.
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