Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What is the mascot of Linux?

  1. A PENGUIN

  2. A GNU

  3. WINDOW

  4. A RED HAT
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Linux mascot is Tux, a penguin chosen by Linus Torvalds in 1996. The penguin was selected because torvalds was once bitten by a little penguin while visiting Canberra, Australia, and found penguins generally amusing. Option A correctly identifies the penguin as Linux's official mascot, distinguishing it from other tech-related animals like GNU (for the GNU Project) or Red Hat (a company/distribution name).

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