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==Arch== | ==Arch== | ||
*Difficulty: Intermediate | *Difficulty: Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: Pacman | *Package Manager: Pacman | ||
*Description: Arch Linux keeps it simple by being a lightweight and flexible distribution. It employs BSD-like techniques and is on a rolling release. | *Description: Arch Linux keeps it simple by being a lightweight and flexible distribution. It employs BSD-like techniques and is on a rolling release. | ||
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==CentOS== | ==CentOS== | ||
*Difficulty: Advanced | *Difficulty: Advanced | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: RPM | *Package Manager: RPM | ||
*Description: Cent OS is “a free enterprise class computing platform” and is 100% compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux. | *Description: Cent OS is “a free enterprise class computing platform” and is 100% compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux. | ||
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==Crunchbang== | ==Crunchbang== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: Openbox | + | *Desktop: [[#Openbox|Openbox]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Crunchbang is Ubuntu but with the lightweight Openbox desktop and GTK+ applications. It is designed for speed and functionality. | *Description: Crunchbang is Ubuntu but with the lightweight Openbox desktop and GTK+ applications. It is designed for speed and functionality. | ||
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==Damn Small== | ==Damn Small== | ||
*Difficulty: Intermediate | *Difficulty: Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: JWM | + | *Desktop: [[#JWM|JWM]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Damn Small Linux is an extremely small, lightweight, and powerful distribution. It has everything needed for basic computer function and is excellent on older computers. | *Description: Damn Small Linux is an extremely small, lightweight, and powerful distribution. It has everything needed for basic computer function and is excellent on older computers. | ||
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==Debian== | ==Debian== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Debian is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. Many distributions are based on Debian and it has one of the largest software library. | *Description: Debian is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. Many distributions are based on Debian and it has one of the largest software library. | ||
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==Debian PPC== | ==Debian PPC== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Debian is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. Many distributions are based on Debian and it has one of the largest software library. | *Description: Debian is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. Many distributions are based on Debian and it has one of the largest software library. | ||
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==Dreamlinux== | ==Dreamlinux== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Dreamlinux is a Debian based distribution that mimics the look of Mac OS X. | *Description: Dreamlinux is a Debian based distribution that mimics the look of Mac OS X. | ||
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==Easy Peasy== | ==Easy Peasy== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Easy Peasy is an Ubuntu based distribution designed for netbooks. It has a mixture of open source and proprietary software installed. | *Description: Easy Peasy is an Ubuntu based distribution designed for netbooks. It has a mixture of open source and proprietary software installed. | ||
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==Edubuntu== | ==Edubuntu== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Edubuntu is Ubuntu but with a tightly integrated suite of education programs. | *Description: Edubuntu is Ubuntu but with a tightly integrated suite of education programs. | ||
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==Fedora 11== | ==Fedora 11== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: RPM (yum) | *Package Manager: RPM (yum) | ||
*Description: Fedora is a general purpose distribution that was created by Red Hat. | *Description: Fedora is a general purpose distribution that was created by Red Hat. | ||
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==Gentoo== | ==Gentoo== | ||
*Difficulty: Advanced | *Difficulty: Advanced | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: SRC (portage) | *Package Manager: SRC (portage) | ||
*Description: Gentoo is a versatile distribution, with characteristics from BSD, that is designed for advanced Linux users. It has no pre-compiled software. | *Description: Gentoo is a versatile distribution, with characteristics from BSD, that is designed for advanced Linux users. It has no pre-compiled software. | ||
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==gNewSense== | ==gNewSense== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: gNewSense is a FSF sponsored distribution that is entirely free (libre) and includes GNU programs. | *Description: gNewSense is a FSF sponsored distribution that is entirely free (libre) and includes GNU programs. | ||
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==Knoppix== | ==Knoppix== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: LXDE | + | *Desktop: [[#LXDE|LXDE]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Knoppix is a Live CD distribution that is capable of system rescue, everyday use, and more. | *Description: Knoppix is a Live CD distribution that is capable of system rescue, everyday use, and more. | ||
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==Kubuntu 8.04== | ==Kubuntu 8.04== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | *Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | ||
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==Kubuntu 9.04== | ==Kubuntu 9.04== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | *Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | ||
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==Kubuntu 9.04 64-bit== | ==Kubuntu 9.04 64-bit== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | *Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | ||
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==Mandriva== | ==Mandriva== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: RPM (urpmi) | *Package Manager: RPM (urpmi) | ||
*Description: Mandriva, formerly known as Mandrake, is a well established distribution that is suitable for general purpose use. | *Description: Mandriva, formerly known as Mandrake, is a well established distribution that is suitable for general purpose use. | ||
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==Mint 7== | ==Mint 7== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Mint is an Ubuntu based distribution that provides extras, proprietary and open source alike, to create a better “out-of-the-box” feel. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | *Description: Mint is an Ubuntu based distribution that provides extras, proprietary and open source alike, to create a better “out-of-the-box” feel. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | ||
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==Mythbuntu== | ==Mythbuntu== | ||
*Difficulty: Intermediate/Advanced | *Difficulty: Intermediate/Advanced | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Mythbuntu is Ubuntu but with added support for MythTV. | *Description: Mythbuntu is Ubuntu but with added support for MythTV. | ||
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==OpenSUSE== | ==OpenSUSE== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: RPM | *Package Manager: RPM | ||
*Description: OpenSUSE is a Novell sponsored distribution that aims to make itself the easiest to use and most popular distribution. | *Description: OpenSUSE is a Novell sponsored distribution that aims to make itself the easiest to use and most popular distribution. | ||
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==PCLinuxOS== | ==PCLinuxOS== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: RPM (APT) | *Package Manager: RPM (APT) | ||
*Description: PCLinuxOS is a distribution designed for ease of use for homes and small businesses. | *Description: PCLinuxOS is a distribution designed for ease of use for homes and small businesses. | ||
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==Puppy 4== | ==Puppy 4== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: JWM | + | *Desktop: [[#JWM|JWM]] |
*Package Manager: PET | *Package Manager: PET | ||
*Description: Puppy Linux is a lightweight yet full featured distribution that can load the entire operating system into a computer's RAM. | *Description: Puppy Linux is a lightweight yet full featured distribution that can load the entire operating system into a computer's RAM. | ||
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==Sabayon== | ==Sabayon== | ||
*Difficulty: Advanced | *Difficulty: Advanced | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: entropy | *Package Manager: entropy | ||
*Description: Sabayon is a Gentoo based distribution that offers pre-compiled software. | *Description: Sabayon is a Gentoo based distribution that offers pre-compiled software. | ||
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==Slackware== | ==Slackware== | ||
*Difficulty: Advanced | *Difficulty: Advanced | ||
− | *Desktop: KDE | + | *Desktop: [[#KDE|KDE]] |
*Package Manager: TGZ | *Package Manager: TGZ | ||
*Description: Slackware is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. It can serve nearly any operating system need. | *Description: Slackware is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. It can serve nearly any operating system need. | ||
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==Ubuntu 8.04 LTS== | ==Ubuntu 8.04 LTS== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | *Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | ||
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==Ubuntu 8.04 LTS PPC== | ==Ubuntu 8.04 LTS PPC== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | *Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | ||
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==Ubuntu 9.04== | ==Ubuntu 9.04== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | *Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | ||
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==Ubuntu 9.04 64-bit== | ==Ubuntu 9.04 64-bit== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | *Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | ||
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==Ubuntu 9.04 PPC== | ==Ubuntu 9.04 PPC== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | *Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile. | ||
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==Ubuntu Studio== | ==Ubuntu Studio== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Gnome | + | *Desktop: [[#Gnome|Gnome]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Ubuntu Studio is Ubuntu but integrated programs for multimedia creation. | *Description: Ubuntu Studio is Ubuntu but integrated programs for multimedia creation. | ||
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==Vector== | ==Vector== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | *Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: TLZ | *Package Manager: TLZ | ||
*Description: Vector Linux is a lightweight distribution that can be customized to meet nearly anyone's needs. | *Description: Vector Linux is a lightweight distribution that can be customized to meet nearly anyone's needs. | ||
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==Xubuntu 8.04== | ==Xubuntu 8.04== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | *Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | ||
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==Xubuntu 9.04== | ==Xubuntu 9.04== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | *Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | ||
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==Xubuntu 9.04 64-bit== | ==Xubuntu 9.04 64-bit== | ||
*Difficulty: Beginner | *Difficulty: Beginner | ||
− | *Desktop: Xfce | + | *Desktop: [[#Xfce|Xfce]] |
*Package Manager: DEB | *Package Manager: DEB | ||
*Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | *Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu. | ||
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=Glossary= | =Glossary= | ||
==Desktops== | ==Desktops== | ||
+ | ===<div id="Gnome">Gnome</div>=== | ||
+ | *Description: Gnome is a desktop environment created by the GNU Project. It is made up of entirely free software and looks similar to the Mac interface. | ||
+ | *Website: | ||
+ | ===<div id="JWM">JWM</div>=== | ||
+ | *Description: JWM is an extremely lightweight desktop environment that resembles Windows 98. | ||
+ | *Website: | ||
+ | ===<div id="KDE">KDE</div>=== | ||
+ | *Description: KDE is a desktop environment created the KDE Project. It is resembles the Windows interface and features many eye candy effects. It uses more computer resources when compared with Gnome. | ||
+ | *Website: | ||
+ | ===<div id="LXDE">LXDE</div>=== | ||
+ | *Description: LXDE is a lightweight desktop environment that is similar to KDE. It is designed to keep the computer resource usage to a minimum. | ||
+ | *Website: | ||
+ | ===<div id="Openbox">Openbox</div>=== | ||
+ | *Description: Openbox is a lightweight and fast desktop environment that is designed for more advanced users. | ||
+ | *Website: | ||
===<div id="Xfce">Xfce</div>=== | ===<div id="Xfce">Xfce</div>=== | ||
*Description: Xfce is a desktop environment that is fast and lightweight. It resembles Gnome and is suitable for older computers. | *Description: Xfce is a desktop environment that is fast and lightweight. It resembles Gnome and is suitable for older computers. |
Revision as of 16:50, 4 September 2009
Flavors
Arch
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: Pacman
- Description: Arch Linux keeps it simple by being a lightweight and flexible distribution. It employs BSD-like techniques and is on a rolling release.
- Website: [1]
CentOS
- Difficulty: Advanced
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: RPM
- Description: Cent OS is “a free enterprise class computing platform” and is 100% compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
- Website: [2]
Crunchbang
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: Openbox
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Crunchbang is Ubuntu but with the lightweight Openbox desktop and GTK+ applications. It is designed for speed and functionality.
- Website: [3]
Damn Small
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Desktop: JWM
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Damn Small Linux is an extremely small, lightweight, and powerful distribution. It has everything needed for basic computer function and is excellent on older computers.
- Website: [4]
Debian
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Debian is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. Many distributions are based on Debian and it has one of the largest software library.
- Website: [5]
Debian PPC
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Debian is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. Many distributions are based on Debian and it has one of the largest software library.
- Website: [6]
Dreamlinux
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Dreamlinux is a Debian based distribution that mimics the look of Mac OS X.
- Website: [7]
Easy Peasy
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Easy Peasy is an Ubuntu based distribution designed for netbooks. It has a mixture of open source and proprietary software installed.
- Website: [8]
Edubuntu
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Edubuntu is Ubuntu but with a tightly integrated suite of education programs.
- Website: [9]
Fedora 11
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: RPM (yum)
- Description: Fedora is a general purpose distribution that was created by Red Hat.
- Website: [10]
Gentoo
- Difficulty: Advanced
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: SRC (portage)
- Description: Gentoo is a versatile distribution, with characteristics from BSD, that is designed for advanced Linux users. It has no pre-compiled software.
- Website: [11]
gNewSense
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: gNewSense is a FSF sponsored distribution that is entirely free (libre) and includes GNU programs.
- Website: [12]
Knoppix
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: LXDE
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Knoppix is a Live CD distribution that is capable of system rescue, everyday use, and more.
- Website: [13]
Kubuntu 8.04
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu.
- Website: [14]
Kubuntu 9.04
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu.
- Website: [15]
Kubuntu 9.04 64-bit
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Kubuntu is Ubuntu but with the KDE desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu.
- Website: [16]
Mandriva
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: RPM (urpmi)
- Description: Mandriva, formerly known as Mandrake, is a well established distribution that is suitable for general purpose use.
- Website: [17]
Mint 7
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Mint is an Ubuntu based distribution that provides extras, proprietary and open source alike, to create a better “out-of-the-box” feel. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu.
- Website: [18]
Mythbuntu
- Difficulty: Intermediate/Advanced
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Mythbuntu is Ubuntu but with added support for MythTV.
- Website: [19]
OpenSUSE
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: RPM
- Description: OpenSUSE is a Novell sponsored distribution that aims to make itself the easiest to use and most popular distribution.
- Website: [20]
PCLinuxOS
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: RPM (APT)
- Description: PCLinuxOS is a distribution designed for ease of use for homes and small businesses.
- Website: [21]
Puppy 4
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: JWM
- Package Manager: PET
- Description: Puppy Linux is a lightweight yet full featured distribution that can load the entire operating system into a computer's RAM.
- Website: [22]
Sabayon
- Difficulty: Advanced
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: entropy
- Description: Sabayon is a Gentoo based distribution that offers pre-compiled software.
- Website: [23]
Slackware
- Difficulty: Advanced
- Desktop: KDE
- Package Manager: TGZ
- Description: Slackware is one of the oldest and most reliable distributions. It can serve nearly any operating system need.
- Website: [24]
Ubuntu 8.04 LTS
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile.
- Website: [25]
Ubuntu 8.04 LTS PPC
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile.
- Website: [26]
Ubuntu 9.04
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile.
- Website: [27]
Ubuntu 9.04 64-bit
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile.
- Website: [28]
Ubuntu 9.04 PPC
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Ubuntu is the most popular distribution. It is easy to use yet extremely versatile.
- Website: [29]
Ubuntu Studio
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Gnome
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Ubuntu Studio is Ubuntu but integrated programs for multimedia creation.
- Website: [30]
Vector
- Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: TLZ
- Description: Vector Linux is a lightweight distribution that can be customized to meet nearly anyone's needs.
- Website: [31]
Xubuntu 8.04
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu.
- Website: [32]
Xubuntu 9.04
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu.
- Website: [33]
Xubuntu 9.04 64-bit
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: DEB
- Description: Xubuntu is Ubuntu but with the Xfce desktop. It is 100% compatible with Ubuntu.
- Website: [34]
Zenwalk
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Desktop: Xfce
- Package Manager: TGZ
- Description: Zenwalk is a Slackware based distribution that is “fast and slim.” It has one program for one purpose.
- Website: [35]
Glossary
Desktops
Gnome
- Description: Gnome is a desktop environment created by the GNU Project. It is made up of entirely free software and looks similar to the Mac interface.
- Website:
JWM
- Description: JWM is an extremely lightweight desktop environment that resembles Windows 98.
- Website:
KDE
- Description: KDE is a desktop environment created the KDE Project. It is resembles the Windows interface and features many eye candy effects. It uses more computer resources when compared with Gnome.
- Website:
LXDE
- Description: LXDE is a lightweight desktop environment that is similar to KDE. It is designed to keep the computer resource usage to a minimum.
- Website:
Openbox
- Description: Openbox is a lightweight and fast desktop environment that is designed for more advanced users.
- Website:
Xfce
- Description: Xfce is a desktop environment that is fast and lightweight. It resembles Gnome and is suitable for older computers.
- Website: