Linux

Thought you might not have heard of Linux, just like Windows and iOS, Linux is an operating system (OS). Linus was created in 1991 by Linus Torvalds, a student at the University of Helsinki. Even though approximately 2.1% of global OS users have Linux, it is the most widely known and used open source OS in the world.

What Makes Linux so Unique?

The key difference that makes Linux so unique is that it is an open source operating system. This means that the code used to create Linux is free and available for pubic view and edit. Users with the appropriate skill can also contribute to the OS. The core pieces of Linux are generally common and has many distributions. This gives Linux a plethora of customizable options. For example, applications, such as word processors and web browsers can be transferred ad swapped as you please. In addition, the home screen in fully customizable allowing you to make full use of the public code within Linux.

If you wish to contribute to Linux

 Mainly, Linux is written in C programming language but has other programming languages as additions. That said, you don't have to be a programmer to contribute to Linux. The community is always looking for other improvements to work on such as suggestions and design of the OS. Forms of contribution include

Testers - to make sure the code is running smoothly

Designers - to design eg. user interface and graphics

Writers - to write tutorials and information on how to operate Linux

Translators - to translate the writers work into other languages

Packagers - to put the code together and ensure it runs well

Evangelists - Linux propaganda

Developers - writing the Linux software

If you want to learn more about the Linus OS or wish to try the OS for yourself, then visit their website using this link below.

https://www.linux.org/

Upgrading your Graphics card

In the previous blog, I mentioned about people wanting to upgrade their toaster; I mean graphics card. Today, we are going to look at some popular choices to help guide you in your decision on which one to purchase. The first one we are going to look at is the NIVIDIA  GeForce GT and GTX series.

NIVIDIA GT

According to NIVIDIA, the GTX series splits off into two categories. The first category is for everyday computing and HD video [GT]. NIVIDIA states that these graphics cards are for "more than just great graphics. Speed up your favorite applications and play popular games the way they're meant to be played". These graphics card models range from 210 to 740. Here is the list of the models by NIVIDIA going from lowest to highest. 

GeForce 210

GeForce GT 610

GeForce GT 720

GeForce GT 730

GeForce GT 740

Elite Dangerous 3.0

These graphics cards are great if you are on a budget ranging from $20 to $90. However that does not means that they perform like budget graphics cards. Well, all except the 210 and maybe the 610. For me, I run a GT 740 on my ASUS computer and it performs excellently. I can run "Elite Dangerous",  on a high graphics setting and achieve over 45 FPS on a regular basis with rare occasional frame stuttering, but that is due to the beautiful graphics detailing woven in. By the way, I highly recommend this game is you enjoy exploring.

Then there is the second category of graphics cards that are specifically designed for HD gaming. This category is made for hardcore gamers who compete with their friends at who has the best frame rate. NIVIDIA quotes: "The ultimate GPU from NIVIDIA. Delivers intense performance and the broadest set of features for gamers who demand the best". Unfortunately, "the best" also includes the most expensive. They range from $150 to over $1000. You will have to be wise in your decisions if you wish to purchase such a godly GPU. These graphics cards range models range from 950 to 1080, the most godly being the 1080Ti. Again, here is a list of the models starting from godly, to extremely godly.

NIVIDIA GTX

GeForce GTX 950

GeForce GTX 960

GeForce GTX 970

GeForce GTX 980

GeForce GTX 980Ti

GeForce GTX 1050

GeForce GTX 1050Ti

GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 1070

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce GTX 1080Ti

These graphics cards have all the qualities of the GT series but on a whole new level.
Graphics cards in this category are of the highest quality and are made for dedicated gamers. At least 100 frames per second can be reached with these graphics card. Th

The NIVIDIA series graphics cards are certainly remarkable and are a pleasure to operate; especially for beginners and the experts.