How Much of a Linux Nerd are You?

Are you konfident in your KDE knowledge? Have you joined us now, shared the software, and spread the good gnews about your newfound freedom? Do you find it awkward when people use proprietary software? No more Stalling; it’s time to find out whether you’re a true GNU/Linux nerd.

Note: Please do not type any of the commands on this page into your terminal without first looking them up. And even then, probably still don’t.

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By Nathan Upchurch

1. What is a kernel?

2. Which desktop environment is known for its unique workflow and consistent appearance?

3. Which distro might someone use, BTW?

4. Which utensil does :(){ :|:& };: bring to mind?

5. Which of the following distros accidentally launched a DDOS attack on an upstream repo?

6. Complete the sequence: sudo rm -rf

7. What is your favorite package format?

8. Desktop environment or window manager?

9. From memory, use the tar command to create a compressed tarball. Did you succeed?

10. Which command will make a train roll across your terminal?

11. Which of the following commands will successfully exit Vim?

12. SystemD is…

13. Choose your favorite musical instrument:

14. …won't be big and professional like…?

15. Which would NOT be a fun surprise for Richard Stallman?

16. What did Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer call GNU/Linux?

17. What is your favorite animal?

18. Which distro is named after a husband and wife?

19. Best package to install on a fresh Linux installation?

20. Which game console had an official Linux distro that users could buy and install?

Why are you here?

Look, I don't know how you found yourself here, but I think your time might be better spent elsewhere!

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You're a beginner

You know a couple things, but you're still just getting started on your Linux journey.

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Linux user detected

You are a bona fide Linux user.

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You're a Linux pro

You ain't scared of the terminal.

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Certified Linux nerd

Fire up some tendies in celebration, because you are a certified Linux nerd. Frankly, I'm surprised you turned on JavaScript in your browser to complete this quiz!

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Linus… is that you?

Either you looked at the source code for this page, or you are a GNU/Linux god.

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