1. Distribution or Download. Most people new to linux, I recommend getting a copy from your local store. Either you might need support installing, or you don't have a fast connection via internet. The good thing about Distibutions, is they come with all the software really needed to do about anything you want or need to use. If not you can always download it for free.
2. As a network OS, it rocks, its stable, and it comes with everything you need.
3. All I can say, it is true Multitasking unlike Windows in certain perspective, especially with multiple users.
4. I don't know about Programming, all I know, the source is open to you, if you know how to do it, change it yourself. Most common program is C, lots of other languages too like non-microsoft related languages. Just think though, 30% of the web is on Linux platforms, and 60% of the web servers out there are using Apache, which is open source software like Linux.
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