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Linux itself makes no profit, it's an operating system. Further, no one company or individual develops it.
As for how companies who develop for Linux make profit: It's often through support contracts and services. Also, nothing in the GPL stops Linux from being sold by anyone.
What else can I help you with?
How does Linux make a profit?
Linux is completely free and open source. Usually people or companies generate revenues using Donations from various contributors. But companies like Red Hat linux, they make a profit by selling their support and services to their customers.
Why don't companies give out free scores?
If companies gave out free scores they would not make any kind of profit. Without companies making a profit they cannot provide the services necessary to let you know what your scores are.
How do Linux providers make a profit?
They can't make profit from their products because 80% of the Linux distributions don't sell it. Linux distribution take volunteers that want to do it because they love programming and problem solving, and the volunteers don't do it for cash, they do it for fun, but although some money is made by donations and ads on their site.
What are the mean objective of computer companies?
To make a profit.
What are Characteristics of a profit center?
They are meant to make a profit for their companies. They will work to sell products so that they make money.
What is Profit-making companies?
A profit making organisation is an organisation which its priority is to make a profit rather than to help the community.
How much do vfx companies in general make?
In a good year VFX companies generally make 5% profit
Should companies discriminate in order to make profit?
No they should not.
How do companies providing Linux make money?
Companies that offer free Linux distributions commonly make money by providing optional paid services and support, and/or through donations from private or corporate customers interested in the continued development of the product.
What profit do car companies generally make from one vehicle?
Profit from each vehicle varies a great deal based on the make, model, year, and purchase price of a vehicle. New vehicles typically make the car companies about 10% profit, but it varies from 5% to about 20%.
What types of companies are classified as a growth stock?
Ones that make a profit.
How companies make profits?
Companies make a profit when their gross income is greater than their expenses. Expenses can include renting equipment and paying employees.
