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1. For newbies:
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If you are new to Linux, I suggest you use Linux Mint or PCLinux. These are the most user friendly distributions.
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| 2. Everyday Linux |
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If you are looking for a distro that is going to be around a while and is relatively easy to use, then I suggest Fedora or Ubuntu. Fedora is based by Red Hat and Ubuntu is backed by Canonical.
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3. Light and fast
If you have an older system Puppy Linux is the choice for you. It is an amazing distribution for older machines.
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CentOS is simply an unbranded and free version of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Debian is also an excellent
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5. Music Production
This is the most popular music and recording solution out there.
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6. Multimedia
If you are interested in turning your computer into a multimedia station, this is the distro for you. The
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7. Power User:
If you really want to learn Linux, then Gentoo or Slackware is the way to go. Slackware just happens to be the
oldest Linux distribution still in active development. |
Gentoo |
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8. Netbooks
If you are thinking of using Linux on a netbook, EasyPeasy or JoliOS are both good choices. |
Joli OS |
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9. KDE Desktop
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| For those who like the KDE desktop enviroment OpenSUSE or Kubuntu are probably the best. |
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10. Kids
If you have kids the best option for them is Edubuntu
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Choosing the Best Linux Distro for You
