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Why do Linux fans like the terminal so much?
Quoting: Why do Linux fans like the terminal so much? —
The Linux operating system was created in the 1990s as a free alternative to Unix, and just like most other Unix-based platforms, the primary user interface was a command-line shell. A basic graphical desktop was available through the X Window System, and full-blown desktop environments eventually appeared (like KDE 1.0 in 1998), but the terminal was still required for getting the most out of a Linux system.
These days, a terminal is rarely required when using desktop Linux. You can usually install software, change settings, manage files, and upgrade your operating system without ever typing a command. So, why is it still a popular way to use Linux, and why do so many online guides still ask you to use it?