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Key research themes
1. How has Linux evolved in kernel design and resource management from early versions to modern CentOS systems?
This theme focuses on the technical evolution of Linux kernel capabilities, design principles, and resource control mechanisms over time. Studying this developmental trajectory is crucial for understanding how modern Linux distributions like CentOS address system performance, scalability, hardware support, and workload management, impacting both enterprise and academic applications.
Key finding: Through comparative installation and usage on the same high-capacity hardware, the study finds that Linux systems expanded from basic monolithic and hardware-limited designs (Red Hat Linux 5.1) to highly scalable, modular,... Read more
Key finding: Introduces Class-based Kernel Resource Management (CKRM), enhancing Linux’s ability to provide differentiated resource control (CPU, memory, I/O, network) based on workload classifications. This framework decouples workload... Read more
Key finding: Details creation of a Linux-based (Ubuntu) tool to monitor OS and process-level performance metrics, essential for debugging, resource management, and system optimization. This practical application underscores the evolution... Read more
2. What role do Linux-based distributions like CentOS play in educational and academic settings through customization and teaching tools?
This theme examines the development and deployment of Linux distributions tailored for educational contexts. These distributions provide customized environments that facilitate student learning and teaching of operating system concepts, reflecting the importance of CentOS and derivative OS for developing future computer science professionals.
Key finding: Describes the EOS Project, an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution customized specifically for undergraduate students, featuring pre-installed educational software and tailored GUIs. The design enhances the usability and learning... Read more
Key finding: Presents a computer science course leveraging the Raspberry Pi (running embedded Linux) and virtual machines to teach embedded operating system concepts. The course structure bridges hardware constraints with Linux kernel... Read more
Key finding: Although focusing on anonymity tools, this paper highlights how Linux distributions like Tails extend the fundamental Linux kernel capabilities to support privacy and security objectives important in academic and activist... Read more
Key finding: Details the Linux operating system's free, open-source nature and its benefits for educational use, emphasizing customizable source code and the community-driven development model. The narrative supports how Linux and its... Read more
3. How does Linux compare to other popular operating systems such as Windows in terms of security, usability, and performance?
This research area evaluates Linux (including CentOS variants) against competing OS platforms focusing on factors like system security, user experience, configurability, and resource efficiency. Understanding these comparative strengths supports rationale for adopting Linux in security-sensitive and performance-critical academic and enterprise environments.
Key finding: Employs a survey-based methodology analyzing attributes such as cost, security, configurability, and user-friendliness, concluding that Linux is preferred for security and customization while Windows is favored for ease of... Read more
Key finding: Reviews kernel architectures across multiple OS including Linux and Windows, highlighting Linux’s strengths in stability, compatibility, and reliability linked to its kernel design which underpins its security and performance... Read more
Key finding: Provides experiential insights into Linux’s suitability for home and office use, highlighting its ability to execute complex tasks efficiently and securely compared to traditional proprietary OS, supporting Linux’s growing... Read more