Basic components of Linux

The basic components of Linux are:

Kernel: It is the core component of the Operating System that manages operations and hardware.

Shell: Shell is a Linux interpreter which is used to execute commands.

GUI: GUI stands for Graphical User Interface which is another way for a user to interact with the system. But unlike CLI, GUI consists of Images, Buttons, TextBoxes for interaction.

System Utilities: These are the software functions that allows the user to manage the computer.

Application Programs: Software programs or set of functions designed to accomplish a specific task.

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