“As for why Linux is now mostly developed by well-paid engineers, the possible reasons are myriad. The most obvious and compelling reason is that these big companies have a commercial interest in the continued good health of Linux. 10 years ago, Linux was the plaything of hobbyists and supercomputer makers — today, it powers everything from smartphones (Android) to wireless routers to set-top boxes. The continuing commercial interest in Linux is highlighted by another statistic from The Linux Foundation report: In mid-2011, only 191 companies were involved in the Linux kernel; by the end of 2013, that number was up to 243.”

http://www.extremetech.com/computing/175919-who-actually-develops-linux-the-answer-might-surprise-you

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