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treker
09-19-2009, 11:35 AM
What is the best linux distribution? Ubuntu, debian, mandriva etc.
danlefree
09-19-2009, 02:37 PM
The answer to this question is really going to depend upon what you're looking for - rate the following things in order of importance:
Bleeding-edge software versions
Community support / learning curve
Total available applications
Security and stability
Also, what is your level of Linux experience - how long have you been working with Linux, how have you been using it, and what areas do you feel you could improve your knowledge in?
In addition to Dan's questions, what are you going to be using Linux for? A web server, database server, domain manager, workstation, file server, media server?
seoconsult
09-22-2009, 10:53 AM
What is your purpose, if you want to use it as server, in that case you can go for RHE and if you want to configure local PC's, you can use any GUI version....depends on your needs
franklin2709
10-01-2009, 06:25 AM
Yes if you want it to work as a server then you should go for RHE and if you dont want it as a server then go for any GUI.
thanks
danlefree
10-01-2009, 03:53 PM
Looks like we won't be hearing back from treker anytime soon...
For the record, I am a big fan of Debian for server deployments and I'm presently using Ubuntu on my laptop (though I may switch over to Sabayon if I ever find enough free time for troubleshooting).
I'd recommend Ubuntu to novice users - the Ubuntu user community appears to be very reliable in coming up with answers. (and it's only novice users who ask "which distro should I pick" - a few months of experience is all it takes to instill the RTFM/DIY attitude...)
treker
10-01-2009, 03:55 PM
I am here daniel, I am just very busy. I am going to use the linux distrubution as a server.
netman4ttm
12-26-2009, 10:25 AM
For servers; CentOS 5.4
For work Mepis.
For fun Ubuntu.
ciidoctor
01-07-2010, 02:45 PM
i think ubuntu is the most professional and most famous.
NotAnotherUserName
01-11-2010, 09:30 AM
i think ubuntu is the most professional and most famous.
Yup for me Ubuntu was the only one that I was able to efficiently operate.
sarasmile
01-12-2010, 05:12 PM
What is the best linux distribution? Ubuntu, debian, mandriva etc.
Ubuntu, in my opinion. I've used lots of Linux operating systems and Ubuntu is the most user friendly.
Agree with other members.
Ubuntu is perfect for home
CentOS - for webserver
shivkumarrana01
01-29-2010, 02:53 AM
I like Ubuntu for one big reason.
I own a lenovo laptop and ubuntu 9 is the only Linux distro that enabled my Wifi driver automatically.
i have tried many distros but none was able to install that driver.
Now i like Ubuntu than any other Linux distribution.
jhannawin
06-21-2010, 09:09 AM
I know the thread is old, but I just joined. I'm a big Ubuntu fan, but the key feature is the LTS (Long Term Support) versions that they produce. This enables us to build both desktop and server infrastructure over a 3 year period knowing we are not going to have to chase the upgrade pixie all over the place.
ZMakarov
07-21-2010, 08:10 AM
RedHat 9...anyone?
faiza
07-23-2010, 10:22 AM
if for server the best to use is devian then next is ubuntu
weegillis
09-21-2010, 11:42 AM
Topic abandoned by OP. Thread closed.