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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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why cant we connect 2 computers using USB (programming.dev)

submitted 6 months ago by szczuroarturo@programming.dev to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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So i tried to connect steamdeck to pc using usb and i read its immpossible because steamdeck is a computer and some explanation on quora about strong master slave relationship. But then why is it possible for android phones to connect to pc whilist also having the ability to use USB and other usb c accesories. Also why cant it be a toggle? So that you can change whetewer this usb( or device ) is reciving data ot sending data .

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[–] 0x0@programming.dev 11 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Because they're both hosts, you need a host and a client iirc.

[–] mbirth@lemmy.mbirth.uk 5 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Most modern Intel chipsets support “Dual Role Device” (DRD) where they can act as host or client as needed.

[–] rotopenguin@infosec.pub 1 points 6 months ago

And if you want to get really funky, Intel also does their JTAG over USB. They are quite secretive about it, your bios should have turned it off, but it is there.