Best Linux Distribution

[bhupendra2895]

We all people have different tastes and different choices based on our nature.When it come to Linux you have so many flavors to taste.Which we call distributions of Linux.Each distribution have same thing called Linux's kernel, but what makes them is different is, their features.

In my opinion Ubuntu is best.

Quote below is picked from about ubuntu of ubuntu 10.04 :-

There are many different operating systems based on Linux:Debian, SuSE, Gentoo, Red Hat, and Mandriva are examples.Ubuntu is yet another contender in what
is already a highly competitive world. So what makes Ubuntu different?
Based on Debian, one of the most widely acclaimed,technologically advanced, and well-supported distributions, Ubuntu aims to create a distribution that providesan up-to-date and coherent Linux system for desktop and server computing. Ubuntu includes a number of carefully selected packages from the Debian distribution andretains its powerful package management system whichallows easy installation and clean removal of programs. Unlike most distributions that ship with a large amount of software that may or may not be of use, Ubuntu's list of packagesis reduced to a number of important applications of high quality.
By focusing on quality, Ubuntu produces a robust and feature-rich computing environment that is suitable for project takes the time required to focus on finer details and is able to release a version featuring the latest and greatest of today's software once every 6months. Ubuntu is available in 32-bit and 64-bit flavors, and will run on most modern computers. It is also available for the Sun UltraSPARC and Amazon EC2 architectures.

So that's what ubuntu offers and don't forget you can get free live cd of ubuntu by shipping anytime.
Just visit http://shipit.ubuntu.com

Now its your turn to tell which Linux distribution you like and why.

[icslindia]

UBUNTU always !

However, right now I am using both UBUNTU and REDHAT Enterprise But I like UBUNTU !

I've also used knoppix and FEDORA !

But, I'm using UBUNTU for over 2 years and right now using the version 10.04

[Smith6612]

A lot of people are going to say Ubuntu for desktop use, as it's basically the easiest distribution to pick up on (given you read the task bar at the top). Otherwise it's really based on what you're using it for. My Linux router at home runs a barebones version of Fedora (I stripped it down to nothing basically) but web servers and such can run CentOS.

[DeadBattery]

I like Ubuntu for general linux desktop use but I liked Fedora for more complex tasks.

[cybrax]

Ubuntu 9.04 for my laptop after the pre-installed copy of vista committed 'harikari' whilst attempting to install the service pack for the third time. Downgrading to WinXP was not an option because there are no drivers written for it.

Was expecting to have some difficulties, had previous experience of Puppy and DSL distros and quite often used these for patching up older computers that would of otherwise gone for scrap but they are not entirely friendly to use. Ubuntu by contrast was a pleasant surprise, with the exception of an obscure video driver that I had to go hunt down it fired everything up on the first attempt.

What I really do like about this O/S is the install/remove programs application. Every piece of software that's compatible with the operating system displayed in one place with brief description. No hunting around the web, no dodgy downloads sites, no time limits or restricted features and all completely free.

They reckon it will even install on an old G3 iMac, we've got one spare gathering dust so when I can get some space on the bench shall be having a play. If it works then it will be quite a tidy little package.

[carl6969]

I bought a laptop about a year ago with Vista factory installed. Never used it once. Stuck my Ubuntu 9.04 in the disc drive and partitioned the whole hard drive. Have since upgraded to Ubuntu 10.04 LTS.

Ubuntu by contrast was a pleasant surprise, with the exception of an obscure video driver that I had to go hunt down it fired everything up on the first attempt.

I seem to recollect having some issues with an Nvidia driver but it did not take too long to get that straightened out.

Setup a VPS little over a year ago and decided to go with Centos on that. Been happy about that decision as well.

[cheezo]

ubuntu wins? lolz...

i prefer redhat or fedora or centos. its pretty easy to use and spins are also available with them these days

[carl6969]

ubuntu wins? lolz...
i prefer redhat or fedora or centos.

I think that most people who have responded to this thread will agree that it depends on what you are using the OS for. Ubuntu is very popular for home PC use. Other distributions are popular for other uses, including servers.

[steronius]

Ubuntu for personal Desktop. Mint for any friends that I can convert. Red Hat/CentOS for enterprise servers.

[xav0989]

Ubuntu seems to be a very popular choice because of it's ease of use and it's huge community. However, servers usually have fedora or centOS instead.
On a side note, I found a little tool that can help you choose which linux distribution would be best tailored to your needs : http://www.zegeniestudios.net/ldc/index.php