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Can some1 tell me what is the differance between Windows and Linux operating systems, which is better or are they both equally pretty good can some1 help. I have only just heard about Linux just trying to find out if its any good i know nothing about it.
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Windows is the operating system on 88% of all personal computers out there. That includes Mac users. In order to be that big, it has to be easy to use and configure. Because it is that big, virtually all of the software manufacturers out there make software for Windows first, before they consider making software for any other operating system.
What is the difference between Windows and Linux? Windows and Linux are code that enables a person to interface with the hardware... to make it perform. Linux is written differently than Windows, but it is done by communities of individuals, rather than a large corporation. It also operates better on some computer hardware than other computer hardware. It also performs better when configured specifically for the computer it is put on. This means that it is not as yet, as "user friendly" as Windows. It is also free as a result of being developed by individuals who wish it to be a free alternative to Windows.
Since it is free, the people who use Linux also expect the software to be free. This means that the companies who make money writing the good software we all use with Windows, don't want to be bothered to make software for Linux that no one would buy, because they would want a free version. This is the attitude the software companies have taken so far, which contributes to the low numbers of Linux users compared to Windows.
So what it boils down to is this.
Linux is an alternative to constantly paying for software for your computer. It is very restricted in what programs you are offered to use with it, and although you can essentially do all the same things, you would have to learn how to use new software, and you would have to learn more about the details of how an OS works in order to be a Linux user. The amount of support available will depend on which of the 170+ versions of Linux you choose to use.
Windows is an operating system currently dominating the PC computer market, and thus is a major factor in deciding what software you choose to use. If you want the ability to use programs and games you see advertised, you would most likely have to use Windows. Your other choice would be a Mac, but there are software limitations there too. Using windows means you invariably always end up spending money.
Windows is the operating system on 88% of all personal computers out there. That includes Mac users. In order to be that big, it has to be easy to use and configure. Because it is that big, virtually all of the software manufacturers out there make software for Windows first, before they consider making software for any other operating system.
What is the difference between Windows and Linux? Windows and Linux are code that enables a person to interface with the hardware... to make it perform. Linux is written differently than Windows, but it is done by communities of individuals, rather than a large corporation. It also operates better on some computer hardware than other computer hardware. It also performs better when configured specifically for the computer it is put on. This means that it is not as yet, as "user friendly" as Windows. It is also free as a result of being developed by individuals who wish it to be a free alternative to Windows.
Since it is free, the people who use Linux also expect the software to be free. This means that the companies who make money writing the good software we all use with Windows, don't want to be bothered to make software for Linux that no one would buy, because they would want a free version. This is the attitude the software companies have taken so far, which contributes to the low numbers of Linux users compared to Windows.
So what it boils down to is this.
Linux is an alternative to constantly paying for software for your computer. It is very restricted in what programs you are offered to use with it, and although you can essentially do all the same things, you would have to learn how to use new software, and you would have to learn more about the details of how an OS works in order to be a Linux user. The amount of support available will depend on which of the 170+ versions of Linux you choose to use.
Windows is an operating system currently dominating the PC computer market, and thus is a major factor in deciding what software you choose to use. If you want the ability to use programs and games you see advertised, you would most likely have to use Windows. Your other choice would be a Mac, but there are software limitations there too. Using windows means you invariably always end up spending money.
Computer Science: Info systems/Information Technology/Science?
Q. I'm filling my college application and under the degree of choice, i picked computer science, but have to choose between 'Info systems', 'Information technology' and 'science' guessing 'science' is main computer science. What exactly is the difference? Which should i choose?
Little about me, if it helps.
I'm kinda good in math, but i need a paper or something for rough work, can't really do all the math in my head and i'm not all that fast
I would love to master in the security field
I enjoy running websites, its my hobby basically ( this is basically what made me choose computer science), would love to know how to code dynamic website scripts.
Computer Science:
'Info systems', 'Information technology' or 'science' which should i choose?
Little about me, if it helps.
I'm kinda good in math, but i need a paper or something for rough work, can't really do all the math in my head and i'm not all that fast
I would love to master in the security field
I enjoy running websites, its my hobby basically ( this is basically what made me choose computer science), would love to know how to code dynamic website scripts.
Computer Science:
'Info systems', 'Information technology' or 'science' which should i choose?
Answer
Colleges have a lot of latitude in what they call these degrees and what courses that make up the major. Generally speaking most schools will offer a Computer Science (CS) degree that is primarily Programming related and will likely include some advanced Math courses. I suspect you have figured out the Science inside Computer Science is the Programming emphasis it sounds like you want. I will give you fair warning - A Computer Science degree program is very difficult. Programming is not for everyone and many very intelligent people transfer out of this major.
It is extremely important to graduate with a 3.0-35 GPA grade average. Employers often look at that information when considering new hires. If you start out in CS and feel your grades sinking below 3.0 you need to bail out and get into another Computing major before your GPA is damaged. I'm not saying that if you graduate with a lower grade average you are doomed but it will take longer to find a job since employers often look at that number.
The other half of Computing majors is Computer Infomation Systems (CIS) which may also be called Information Systems or Information Technology. This is a more general Computing degree and usually does not have as much Programming and Math as a pure CS degree.
Now this is where it gets really confusing. If you want to do Computing Security you can do that with either of these degrees. I have a CIS major and work in Computing Security and the person who I am training to take over my job, is a Computer Science major.
So I would not get too hung up over what major you pursue as either can eventually allow you to do Computing Security work.
Best wishes!
Colleges have a lot of latitude in what they call these degrees and what courses that make up the major. Generally speaking most schools will offer a Computer Science (CS) degree that is primarily Programming related and will likely include some advanced Math courses. I suspect you have figured out the Science inside Computer Science is the Programming emphasis it sounds like you want. I will give you fair warning - A Computer Science degree program is very difficult. Programming is not for everyone and many very intelligent people transfer out of this major.
It is extremely important to graduate with a 3.0-35 GPA grade average. Employers often look at that information when considering new hires. If you start out in CS and feel your grades sinking below 3.0 you need to bail out and get into another Computing major before your GPA is damaged. I'm not saying that if you graduate with a lower grade average you are doomed but it will take longer to find a job since employers often look at that number.
The other half of Computing majors is Computer Infomation Systems (CIS) which may also be called Information Systems or Information Technology. This is a more general Computing degree and usually does not have as much Programming and Math as a pure CS degree.
Now this is where it gets really confusing. If you want to do Computing Security you can do that with either of these degrees. I have a CIS major and work in Computing Security and the person who I am training to take over my job, is a Computer Science major.
So I would not get too hung up over what major you pursue as either can eventually allow you to do Computing Security work.
Best wishes!
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