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== List of Linux Distributions ==
== List of Linux Distributions ==
This is in no way an all inclusive list of [[Linux]] distributions and mostly covers the more notable ones, for a more comprehensive list of distributions see [https://distrowatch.com Distrowatch] or the [[wikipedia:List_of_Linux_distributions|Wikipedia Article]]. Distributions are grouped by which distribution they are based on. Distributions in ''italics'' are abandoned.
This is in no way an all inclusive list of [[Linux]] distributions and mostly covers those that are most popular. For a more comprehensive list of distributions, see [https://distrowatch.com Distrowatch] or the [[wikipedia:List_of_Linux_distributions|Wikipedia Article]]. Distributions are grouped by which distribution they are based on, and those in ''italics'' are abandoned.


==== Arch Based ====
==== Arch Based ====
[[Arch Linux]] is an independent distribution focused on the KISS ''(Keep It Simple, Stupid)'' principle that focuses on being lightweight and flexible.
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==== Debian Based ====
==== Debian Based ====
[[Debian]] is an independent distribution developed by the community-supported Debian Project which is developed openly and distributed freely.
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==== Fedora Based ====
[[Fedora]] is a community supported distribution sponsored by RHEL. It aims to provide the latest software while maintaining a completely Free Software system.
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==== Gentoo Based ====
==== Gentoo Based ====
[[Gentoo]] is a highly flexible source-based distribution designed to have highly optimized and frequently updated software.
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|[[Gentoo]]
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==== Red Hat Enterprise Based ====
==== Red Hat Enterprise Based ====
[[RHEL|Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)]] is a commercial distribution developed by Red Hat for the enterprise market.
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==== Slackware Based ====
==== Slackware Based ====
[[Slackware]] is a highly customizable distribution that stresses ease of maintenance and reliability over cutting-edge software and automated tools.
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==== openSUSE Based ====
==== openSUSE Based ====
openSUSE is a community-developed distribution sponsored by SUSE. It maintains a strict policy of ensuring all code in the installations will be from FOSS solutions.
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==== Ubuntu Based ====
==== Ubuntu Based ====
[[Ubuntu]] is a distribution based on [[Debian]] developed by Canonical who provides commercial support for releases on desktops, servers and IOT devices.
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Revision as of 17:32, 8 June 2024

A Linux distribution (Sometimes abbreviated as a 'distro') consists of some form of the Linux Kernel, an init system (Such as systemd), GNU tools and libraries, documentation, a Package Manager and several other types of software. Often to provide a desktop experience a display server (Such as Xorg or a Wayland Compositor like Kwin), a Desktop Environments or Window Managers (Such as GNOME) and other programs may be included with the distribution or are installable from Repositories.

List of Linux Distributions

This is in no way an all inclusive list of Linux distributions and mostly covers those that are most popular. For a more comprehensive list of distributions, see Distrowatch or the Wikipedia Article. Distributions are grouped by which distribution they are based on, and those in italics are abandoned.

Arch Based

Distribution Description
Arch Linux An independent distribution focused on the KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid) principle that focuses on being lightweight and flexible.

Debian Based

Distribution Description
Debian An independent distribution developed by the community-supported Debian Project which is developed openly and distributed freely.

Gentoo Based

Distribution Description
Gentoo A highly flexible source-based distribution designed to have highly optimized and frequently updated software.

Red Hat Enterprise Based

Distribution Description
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) A commercial - once open to the public and now proprietary [citation] - distribution developed by Red Hat for the enterprise market.
Fedora A community supported distribution sponsored by RHEL. It aims to provide the latest software while maintaining a completely Free Software system.

Slackware Based

Distribution Description
Slackware A highly customizable distribution that stresses ease of maintenance and reliability over cutting-edge software and automated tools.

openSUSE Based

Distribution Description
openSUSE A community-developed distribution sponsored by SUSE. It maintains a strict policy of ensuring all code in the installations will be from FOSS solutions.

Ubuntu Based

Distribution Description
Ubuntu A distribution based on Debian developed by Canonical who provides commercial support for releases on desktops, servers and IOT devices.

Other Independent Distributions

Distribution Description
NixOS A distribution built around the Nix package manager, which provides atomic upgrades, rollbacks, and a declarative configuration model.
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