Linux vs. Ubuntu — What's the Difference?

Linux ( (listen) LEEN-uuks or LIN-uuks) is a family of open-source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991, by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution.

Ubuntu ( (listen) uu-BUUN-too) is a Linux distribution based on Debian and composed mostly of free and open-source software. Ubuntu is officially released in three editions: Desktop, Server, and Core for Internet of things devices and robots.

An open-source operating system modelled on UNIX.

A philosophical doctrine or approach to life that emphasizes social unity and generosity of spirit.

(software) Any unix-like operating system that uses the Linux kernel.

(South Africa) A Nguni Bantu ideology focusing on people's allegiances and relations with each other.

An open-source version of the UNIX operating system