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The Linux Foundation
Predecessor
  • Open Source Development Labs
  • Free Standards Group
Formation2000; 24 years ago (2000)
Type501(c)(6) organization
PurposeOpen-source software
HeadquartersSan Francisco, California, U.S.
Membership
1,000+ corporate members[1]
Employees
150
Websitewww.linuxfoundation.org Edit this at Wikidata

The Linux Foundation (LF) is a non-profit organization established in 2000 to support Linux development and open-source software projects.[2] In addition to providing a neutral home where Linux kernel development can be fostered, the LF is dedicated to building sustainable ecosystems around open-source projects to accelerate technology development and encourage commercial adoption.[3]

  1. ^ "Corporate Members – The Linux Foundation". The Linux Foundation. Archived from the original on 2017-12-06. Retrieved 2018-06-24.
  2. ^ Anderson, Tim. "Linux Foundation spends 20% more in 2021, adds LFX platform". theregister.com. Archived from the original on 2023-08-03. Retrieved 2023-09-10.
  3. ^ Prakash, Abhishek (29 December 2017). "Linus Torvalds: 20 Facts About the Creator of Linux". itsfoss.com. Archived from the original on 2020-10-19. Retrieved 2020-10-19.

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