Top Five Linux Distros

Sanal Kumar — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 11:56:20 +0000

Lots of distributions, of course using Linux is nightmare for the windows users and selecting the right distribution is a much greater nightmare, thousands of distros to choose from. And the best way is to look for the distribution that suits you the most. Here are some of the top linux distros, we have not included distributions like Redhat as they are paid versions of linux.

1.Ubuntu

Ubuntuis a highly popular distro as has a default GNOME front end, installs quickly and easily and comes with reliable partitioning software. It’s also available as Kubuntu if you prefer working in KDE. Available as a single-CD installation, free Ubuntu CD available at shipit.ubuntu.com

2.Fedora Core

Fedora Core is the free version that is funded by Red Hat Linux and its free and supported versions by Red Hat. Now it’s a free download and a continuingly popular one, a kind of ongoing research lab for Red Hat’s paid products.

3.Mandriva

Mandriva , Available as a single-CD installation called Mandriva One, Mandriva can also be obtained as a commercial release if you want full tech support.Mandrive has a Flash version, a 4GB USB key that runs the OS through a USB port.

4.Freespire

Freespire is the free version of the well-known Linspire, easy to install and work with, Freespire and Linspire are designed specifically for Linux newcomers. For $49.95, you might appreciate the support you get with Linspire.

5.OpenSUSE