Linux Standard Base (LSB)
The Linux Standard Base, also called the LSB project, is an ongoing effort to standardize
the structure of Linuxand related
operating
systems. The intent is to increase compatibility among systems that use different versions
(also known as distributions or
flavors) of Unix and to make
them more compatible with non-Unix systems as well.
Historically, differences between various flavors of Unix have caused problems in systems or
networks where more than one flavor was found. According to proponents, standardization would
enlarge the potential customer base, increase customer satisfaction and decrease the cost of
overcoming incompatibility issues.
The LSB project is guided by The Free Standards Group, a non-profit organization that promotes
the development of open source
standards for programs and operating platforms.
This was last updated in March 2006
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