Re: Which Linux version should I install?

[Neil Fuller <neil.fuller@xxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks Geoff

Yes, I know each flavour of Linux has it's aficionados so I guess I'm
looking for the consensus.

At the moment, it seems to be Ubuntu so I'm downloading Ubuntu as I
type. From what I've read, Ubuntu is based on Debian so I guess your
recommendation is "almost" another vote for Ubuntu!!??

Cheers

Neil



Geoff H wrote:
>
> Hi Neil,
>
> Prepare to be inundated with a dozen recommendations
> of different flavours of Linux.
>
> My preference is for Debian as it's stability is rock solid.
> It comes in three levels, stable, testing and experimental.
> The stable version is rock solid but generally doesn't have
> all of the latest and greatest Linux features. It is generally
> a good one for server use.
>
> The testing version is probably the one to go for as it will
> be more up-to-date with latest developments but not as
> cutting edge as the experimental version which is for the
> developers out there. Testing version is not guaranteed
> as reliable as the stable version but I have not had any
> issues with it.
>
> Debian can be installed by just downloading a
> net install cd image and then using your internet
> connection to download just the components you
> want to install.
>
> Geoff
>
> On 14 Apr 2007 at 17:43, Neil Fuller wrote:
>
> > I've just freed up a PC. Spec is as follows
> >
> > P4 2 GHz
> > 512MB RAM
> > 200GB HDD
> >
> > I don't currently have a use for it as a Windoze box so I though
I
> might
> > install Linux and have a play.
> >
> > My question is, which Linux distribution should I go for?
> >
> > Needs to be free and Newbie friendly.
> >
> > I know there are a few Linux evangelists on here and I'm sure
they must
> > have view on this . . . . . .
> >
> > TIA
> >
> > Neil
> >
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