Why Linux? Updated on May 3, 2023 by AshleighS 0 Minutes, 57 Seconds to Read What is Linux? Linux is a computer operating system assembled under the model of free and open source software development and distribution. What does free and open source mean? Linux is one of the best widely known examples of free and open source software collaboration. This means that all the underlying source code can be used, freely modified, and redistributed, both commercially and non-commercially by anyone under licenses such as the GNU General Public License. Why does InMotion Hosting use Linux?Linux is well supported by the major distributors and security problems are typically fixed before the issue is ever made public, which means your data is more secure than with many other operating systems.Linux is easily customized, which allows us to adapt our hosting environment quickly, providing you the best possible service.We use the 'CentOS' distribution of Linux, which has the same long term software support provided by RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). Related Articles ECPI Scholarship Tournament Winners Giving Back to Our Community Supporting Local Organizations Having Fun While Giving Back Girl Scouts Earn Badges at IMH InMotion Hosting Takes the Stage at WordCamp Habitat for Humanity Project Sponsored by InMotion Hosting Technical Pipeline Program Technical Pipeline Program New Year, New Career!