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Old 03-04-2009, 03:50 PM   #1
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LXer: HOW TO: choose the best version of Linux


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What's the best Linux distribution? It's one of the most commonly asked questions from people who are new to Linux. The answer? Well, there isn't really a simple answer.

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Simple answer: whichever one you prefer.
 
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Simple answer: Slackware.

Long, complicated answer: Try as many distros as you can, eventually you will realize the simple answer
 
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Edited Simple answer: whichever one you prefer. But if you're wise, it will be Slackware. We will be checking up on you...
 
  


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