Tux Paint is a raster graphics editor (a program for creating and processing raster graphics) geared towards young children. Developed by New Breed Software
License: Open Source
Tux Paint is an engaging drawing tool primarily designed for young children, featuring fun animations and educational aspects, while Microsoft Paint offers a more robust set of tools suitable for professional work, including layer support and precise drawing capabilities. Tux Paint is free and open-source, making it accessible for educational purposes, whereas Microsoft Paint is a default application on Windows, catering to a broader audience.