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What does it mean?
The only limit to Linux is its users.
In plain terms
Users determine Linux's reach.
What can you take from it?
User adoption drives success.

Where it applies

  • marketing strategies
  • community building

Putting it to work

  • improve user experience
  • expand documentation

Questions to consider

  • How can we attract more users?
  • What barriers prevent wider adoption?

Another view

Technical constraints also matter.

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