Unlike most other desktop and server operating systems, Linux comes in a wide variety of flavors, each based on a common core of the Linux kernel and various GNU user space utilities. If you're running Linux servers -- or Linux desktops, for that matter -- you should understand the important differences and be discerning about which flavor of Linux is best suited to any given situation. This article will help you do just that. . Because Linux is open source software, the number of discrete Linux distributions is hard to know for sure. But a short list of major distributions account for the lion. Selecting a Linux distribution for servers or desktops requires assessing factors like stability, features, ease of use, and hardware compatibility for optimal performance. Linux Distribution Guide, Server OS Selection, Desktop Environment Choices. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
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