Torvalds

Linus Torvalds is a Finnish-American software engineer best known for creating the Linux kernel, the core component of the Linux operating system. Launched in 1991, Linux is an open-source project that allows anyone to view, modify, and distribute its code, fostering collaboration worldwide. Torvalds’s work has significantly impacted technology by enabling reliable, customizable, and free software used in servers, computers, smartphones, and more. His contributions have helped shape the modern software landscape, promoting open development and innovation in the computing community.