linux-distro – Tarik Billa

What’s the relationship between a Linux OS and a kernel?

April 29, 2023 by Tarik

Pretty much correct. To me, “linux” is just the kernel. But it is pretty common to refer to entire distributions as linux. That is what annoys RMS so much. He maintains it should be called GNU/Linux, as he sees distributions as the linux kernel plus the additional software from the GNU project. This makes sense … Read more

How can Docker run distros with different kernels?

January 31, 2023 by Tarik

Docker never uses a different kernel: the kernel is always your host kernel. If your host kernel is “compatible enough” with the software in the container you want to run it will work; otherwise, it won’t. “Containers” Are Just Process Configuration The key thing to understand is that a Docker container is not a virtual … Read more