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31-03-2010, 02:07 PM
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Linux Noob
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Which is the best linux?
I wanna install linux on my dell studio 15. please help me which linux should i install. my friend told me u install ubantu. but ubantu is coming with its another version in a month or so. i cannt wait till then so help me decide which linux should i use! also i am a beginner so tell me a linux which is not so difficult to use
thanks in aadvance !
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31-03-2010, 06:23 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
IMO ubuntu is the best option for the beginners and its really easy to use...
So what if there is going to b a new version in next month, install the present version n u can update it later to the newer version...
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31-03-2010, 08:51 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
YUP GO FOR UBUNTU...simple to install for newbies
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31-03-2010, 09:28 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
Ubuntu is really a good one for newbies .You can also try Linux Mint 8,openSUSE 11.2 or Mandriva 2010. They are equally easy to use & have a good community support.
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31-03-2010, 09:30 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
+1 for Ubuntu. You can try Linux Mint also.
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31-03-2010, 09:39 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
LINUX mint is the best option for newbies. its must because it comes with bundled preinstalled mp3 codec and support for many other audio & video support what LINUX ubuntu dont.
moreover its UI is similar to XP. just like taskbar and start menu. i think u must go for it.
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31-03-2010, 09:47 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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31-03-2010, 09:55 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
I'll strongly advise you to wait for 1 month as Ubuntu's new version 10.04 Lucid Lynx will be coming out on 24th.
Currently, I'm using the Beta and it rocks.
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31-03-2010, 10:10 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
You could install Ubuntu and then update when the new version comes out of course.
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31-03-2010, 10:38 PM
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Linux Noob
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Re: Which is the best linux?
Thanks a lot guys!
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01-04-2010, 12:24 AM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
Use Linux Mint or Ubuntu as ur starting linux. When experienced then switch to more enhanced one's like Opensuse or Fedora
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10-04-2010, 07:00 AM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
You must try openSUSE 11.2 as it is very fast and sleek and really easy to use. YAST2 rocks 
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10-04-2010, 10:40 AM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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Use Linux Mint or Ubuntu as ur starting linux. When experienced then switch to more enhanced one's like Opensuse or Fedora
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i guess ubuntu is enhanced and powerfull enough. Every linux distro is powerfull.
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10-04-2010, 11:09 AM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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i guess ubuntu is enhanced and powerfull enough. Every linux distro is powerfull.
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Both are designed with different audience in mind. Ubuntu is designed for those migrating from windows & so care has been taken to make it as simple & easy as possible for the Linux newbies. Whereas Fedora has been developed for experienced Linux user who don't mind trying out new experimental softwares & also know how to fix the system in case any problem occurs. It is more cutting edge distro in comparison to Ubuntu. Also often Fedora brings out the greatest & latest in Open Source World which is later incorporated by distro's like Ubuntu.
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11-04-2010, 01:09 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
ubuntu is a good option for people who are switching from WINDOWS
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11-04-2010, 07:04 PM
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Alpha Geek
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Re: Which is the best linux?
I would recommend Linux Mint over Ubuntu
I've tried both and liked Linux Mint as it is easier to use( for newbies )
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14-04-2010, 10:10 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
Which would be a better choice, Linux Mint 7 Gloria or Linux Mint 8? 
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15-04-2010, 09:51 AM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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Which would be a better choice, Linux Mint 7 Gloria or Linux Mint 8? |
Linux mint 8.
However if you want to install inside windows(using Wubi or Mint4win), linux mint 8 is not supported. If you are dual booting, mint 8 is the way to go
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15-04-2010, 10:23 AM
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In The Zone
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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22-04-2010, 03:45 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
Fortunately linux distros has left us a open choice. It all depends on your needs.
If youre new to linux..shifting from windows; definately go for Ubuntu. If you are in a field of multimedia like video editing, animation; go for Ubuntu Studio. If u are more concerned with cyber security; FreeBSD is the choice. If you want to work in server or workstation; Opensolaris and Redhat are good.
This are truly the fusion of my experience and industrial knowledge. But linux is something where you get the freedom..so choose yourself.
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23-04-2010, 02:11 AM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
there is no such thing as the best distro .. its what suits you best that you call the best ..
this is a presentation I had given to the OSUM club of my college .. Its not the best .. but its all I could do in four hours ...
http://docs.google.com/present/edit?...5uY3Y&hl=en_GB
hope it helps
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23-04-2010, 11:41 AM
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Human Spambot
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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Originally Posted by anuvrat_parashar
there is no such thing as the best distro .. its what suits you best that you call the best ..
this is a presentation I had given to the OSUM club of my college .. Its not the best .. but its all I could do in four hours ...
http://docs.google.com/present/edit?...5uY3Y&hl=en_GB
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Very Nice. Good Work.
Beautifully explained.
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23-04-2010, 03:44 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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Originally Posted by anuvrat_parashar
there is no such thing as the best distro .. its what suits you best that you call the best ..
this is a presentation I had given to the OSUM club of my college .. Its not the best .. but its all I could do in four hours ...
http://docs.google.com/present/edit?...5uY3Y&hl=en_GB
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Good presentation.
Simple and easy to understand language.
Also good way to type Thank You. (7h4|\|k Y[]U).
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24-04-2010, 08:04 PM
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paralinux
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Re: Which is the best linux?
@coolG5 and abhijangda
7h4|\|k Y[]U
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08-05-2010, 03:38 AM
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Linux Noob
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Re: Which is the best linux?
Thanks i have finally insalled ubantu 10.04
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08-05-2010, 03:45 AM
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Linoob
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Re: Which is the best linux?
good.. btw its Ubuntu not ubantu !!!
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23-08-2010, 09:12 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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I'll strongly advise you to wait for 1 month as Ubuntu's new version 10.04 Lucid Lynx will be coming out on 24th.
Currently, I'm using the Beta and it rocks.
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yeah, it truely rocks
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24-08-2010, 08:40 PM
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Apprentice
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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yeah, it truely rocks
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Whoo, are you still using the beta? 10.04.1 is round the corner. I use Fedora, Arch and FreeBSD on my systems.
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24-08-2010, 09:54 PM
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Passionate
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Re: Which is the best linux?
Ubuntu or Linux Mint for beginners is the best option.....Fedora have many steep learning curve which is more for advanced Linux user...
By the way,I am a Windows guy and will be forever.However,I'm thinking of using a Linux distro.But as I am concerned with my sweet,geeky dumbness,I'll use Fedora as the first option[I guess].
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25-08-2010, 07:37 PM
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Re: Which is the best linux?
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Originally Posted by jayant_raj7
Ubuntu or Linux Mint for beginners is the best option.....Fedora have many steep learning curve which is more for advanced Linux user...
By the way,I am a Windows guy and will be forever.However,I'm thinking of using a Linux distro.But as I am concerned with my sweet,geeky dumbness,I'll use Fedora as the first option[I guess]. |
That Fedora is only for advanced Linux users is FUD. It has all the bleeding edge applications, and it is very good for people who have some Linux experience. If someone is reasonably experienced and knows his/her way around any OS, they can safely use Fedora.
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