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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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submitted 10 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hey Linux community. I have an ipod and I'm trying to put music on it. Itunes simply will not run and it won't recognise stuff I put on it through files. Is there any thing I can try/use? Information: Linux type: Linux Mint Cinnamon Ipod type: 1.1.2 PC, Ipod Nano, 7th Gen

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Using a VM is being suggested as it is:

Relatively easy to set up.
Gives the user a full Windows OS which simplifies software installation.
Allows for snapshot backups to be taken of the install meaning if something breaks you just roll back to a previous snapshot.
The VM can have the internet disabled meaning no auto updates to the software or OS.
Easy to remove the VM and virtualization software at a later date if required.
The VM (or another) can be used to run other Windows only software.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

I'm not dissing the VM approach. I'm just saying I'd try WINE first. I already have it i stalled for steam.