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Old 06-07-2011, 10:12 PM   #1
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Hi,

I want to build a home server with Samba, ftp, etc etc. Which Distro would you guys recommend? Im debating between Ubuntu with Gui, OpenSuse or Fedora.
your advice is greatly appreciated.
 
Old 06-08-2011, 12:32 AM   #2
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CentOS is the right choice assuming you're using it as a genuine server and not expecting to hack video gimmickry and other non-server roles onto it as well. Ubuntu LTS would do well too if you're not familiar with RPM based distros

Don't use fedora, it's not designed for that.
 
Old 06-08-2011, 12:42 AM   #3
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Hi,

In your CentOS is based.
 
Old 06-08-2011, 05:41 AM   #4
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Since you have to ask, CentOS or Ubuntu LTS.
 
Old 06-08-2011, 06:21 AM   #5
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I still recommend CentOS or Ubuntu LTS.
 
Old 06-08-2011, 08:12 AM   #6
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Thank you guys!!! OK, I was using Ubuntu LTS server but with no GUI. Should I install the Desktop edition and just install all the server packages like vsftpd, Samba, etc etc?
Thanks again for your response.
 
Old 06-08-2011, 03:29 PM   #7
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no, you shouldn't. if you need a gui, install it. Servers should not need gui's though.
 
Old 06-08-2011, 04:56 PM   #8
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Thanks Chris!
 
  


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