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“In personal conversations with technical people, I call myself a hacker. But when I'm talking to journalists I just say "programmer" or something like that.”

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Linus Torvalds
Linus Torvalds

Linus Torvalds, born on December 28, 1969, is a renowned software engineer. He is the founder of the Linux operating system, which has had a profound impact on the global computer industry. During his studies at the University of Helsinki, Torvalds began developing Linux, releasing the first version in 1991. His work has not only promoted the development of open-source software but also advanced personal computer and server technology. more

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