Linux is not a technically impressive project. What makes it impressive is the fact that it is built, collectively, by many different parties contributing for t

Linux is not a technically impressive project. What makes it impressive is the fact that it is built, collectively, by many different parties contributing for their mutual benefit, from tech companies to academic researchers to hobbyists. The fact that Linux ended up being the kernel that got this massive social support seems to suggest it has good leadership with good social skills.