Tux the Penguin - Official Linux Mascot & Open-Source Symbol #2313770 (License: Personal Use)

Tux is the official mascot of the Linux kernel, created by Larry Ewing in 1996 as a playful yet professional representation of the open-source operating system. The cartoon-style penguin features bold black-and-white plumage, a bright yellow beak and webbed feet, and a confident, approachable posture-embodying Linux’s reliability and accessibility. It has since become a universal symbol across distributions, documentation, and developer communities worldwide.

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