Tux

Tux is the friendly mascot of the Linux operating system, depicted as a black and white penguin. Created by Larry Ewing in 1996, Tux symbolizes Linux’s open-source nature and community-driven development, embodying qualities like robustness, adaptability, and affordability. It’s widely used in logos, marketing, and branding for Linux-related projects, helping create a recognizable identity. Tux's approachable look has made it a popular icon in the tech world, representing an alternative to proprietary software and emphasizing openness, collaboration, and innovation in technology.