# LINFO - **Website:** - **Primary alias:** `linfo.org` ## Description LINFO, short for The Linux Information Project, is a brand that aims to promote an interest in and the use of Linux and other free software. Launched in early 2004 by Bellevue Linux Users Group (BELUG), LINFO is dedicated to making such software easily accessible and user-friendly by providing comprehensive information in a single location. The project was initiated due to the surprising lack of awareness about Linux and other free software, even in areas with a high level of computer knowledge. Many people had only heard of Linux vaguely and were skeptical about its capabilities as a free alternative to commercial operating systems. This lack of awareness has resulted in unnecessary expenses and frustrations for individuals, businesses, schools, and government agencies. LINFO goes beyond technical aspects and covers various aspects of Linux and free software, including economic, legal, philosophical, historical, and more. With a focus on high-quality and comprehensive content, LINFO ensures that each article is written in a useful, accurate, clear, consistent, and interesting manner. Extensive background material on general computer hardware and software topics is also provided. The information provided by LINFO is easily accessible worldwide with an internet connection, completely free of charge and without any registration requirements. The website is designed to be user-friendly, catering to a wide audience, including those with limited Linux or computer knowledge, older computers or slow internet connections, and visual impairments or other disabilities. Although LINFO has made significant progress, there is still much work to be done. The project welcomes assistance, both editorial and financial, from users, developers, and vendors of free software and related products and services. For additional information about LINFO, please refer to The Linux Information Project FAQ. ## Industries - 🖥 Computers Electronics and Technology - 🗺 Reference Materials - 🗺 Dictionaries and Encyclopedias _(under Reference Materials)_ ## Colors | Name | Hex | Theme | | --- | --- | --- | | Blue | #0000ff | accent | | Tory Blue | #104994 | dark | | Jordy Blue | #6bbaef | light | --- _Source: _ _See [/llms.txt](/llms.txt) for a full list of agent-readable pages, and [/auth.md](/auth.md) for how agents authenticate._