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The Linux Symbol

This page is about the meaning, origin and characteristic of the symbol, emblem, seal, sign, logo or flag: The Linux Symbol.

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The Penguin "Tux" was chosen by Linus Torvalds and is the official mascot of Linux.

The penguin was designed by Larry Ewing.

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Asymmetric, Closed shape, Colorful, Contains both straight and curved lines, Has no crossing lines.

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