Linus Torvalds

Linus Torvalds is a Finnish-American software engineer best known for creating the Linux kernel, the core of the open-source Linux operating system. Born on December 28, 1969, in Helsinki, Finland, Torvalds revolutionized the world of technology by developing Linux in 1991, which has since become a fundamental component of many devices, including servers, smartphones, and embedded systems. His contributions to the open-source community have earned him numerous awards and accolades, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential figures in the history of computing.