About Linux
This page was last updated on July 25, 2011.
The many operating systems that use the Linux kernel are commonly known as Linux. Each distribution has its own name. For example: Ubuntu, Debian, Mandriva, etc.
With the exception of the few distributions that must be paid for, these are operating systems put together and maintained by millions of people the world over who are willing to dedicate their time at no charge out of a shared desire to create a powerful, reliable computing experience at absolutely no charge to the end user.
Since there are many distributions to choose from, here are some pages to help with making that choice:
- DistroWatch – An incredibly informative page that keeps tabs on all the known distributions.
- Almost 9 Distros in Almost 6 Minutes – A video giving a brief demonstration of a few distributions.
- Linux Distribution Chooser – Fill out a questionnaire to find out which distribution would suit you.
- The LWN.net Linux Distribution List – A list of over 500 distributions with brief descriptions of each.
- Linux – An overview guide for people who are getting started with Linux.
Obligatory Happy Ending
And they all lived happily ever after. The end.
