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There is no one Linux. To have, install, and use Linux, one must choose one or more distributions, often called distros, flavors, or flavours. Hundreds exist, and more emerge every month. Each has merits, and often weaknesses, as most exist for specialized uses. It is easy to make new ones, as Linux is open source software. Distributions are listed in this category and many subcategories. On this page, categories are arranged in three groups and levels: 1) Top group: issues spanning multiple unrelated distributions. 2) Middle group: types or classes of distribution. 3) Bottom group: specific distributions, individual instances; there is at least one distribution of this name/type, with its own category.

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Resources in This Category

• Alpine Linux

  http://www.alpinelinux.org/
  A security-oriented, lightweight Linux distribution based on musl libc and busybox.

• Arch Linux

  http://www.archlinux.org/
  Includes project Wiki, bug tracking system and forums. Distribution has its own package management system, Pacman.

• Devuan GNU+Linux

  http://www.devuan.org/
  Forked from Debian, it offers various init systems excluding systemd.

• Exherbo

  http://exherbo.org/
  A distribution 'designed for people who know what they're doing with Linux'. Documentation, developer information, source code, and bug tracker.

• Foresight Linux

  http://www.foresightlinux.org/
  Based on rPath Linux, aims to be a GNOME showcase. Service includes a download section, news beats, community support and contact information.

• GeeXboX

  http://www.geexbox.org/
  Media-Center purposed Linux distribution for embedded devices and desktop computers.

• GoboLinux

  http://www.gobolinux.org/
  Distribution based on alternative directory hierarchy. Descriptions, news, downloads, mail list, documents, screenshots.

• Linux Distros

  http://linuxdistros.tripod.com/
  Offers descriptions of the most popular distributions and gives links to download them.

• Lunar-Linux

  http://www.lunar-linux.org/
  Source-based distribution based on a GPLed package management system named Sorcery; fork of Sorcerer GNU/Linux. Not a business. Developed and maintained by people who got together to preserve and extend technology they liked using.

• Mer Project

  http://merproject.org/
  An open, mobile-optimized, core distribution aimed at device manufacturers; powered by Qt/QML and HTML5.

• Mint Guide

  http://mintguide.org/
  Help articles, news and application reviews on Linux Mint operating system.

• NoMad Linux

  http://www.nomadlinux.com/nomad.html
  Distribution based on encap package managing system for ease of installation and upgrades. The main purpose is to keep its creators happy and give them something to do in their free time.

• Parabola GNU/Linux

  http://www.parabola.nu/https/
  Provides a fully free version of Arch Linux, with no proprietary components of any kind. News, bug tracker, wiki, package database, mailing lists.

• Rock Linux

  http://rocklinux.net/
  Modern distribution with powerful auto-build process, mainly for skilled Linux/Unix administrators, runs on multiple platforms. Small, but not mini distribution.

• Sourcemage GNU/Linux

  http://www.sourcemage.org/
  Source-based distribution based on a GPLed package management system named Sorcery, with metaphors of casting and dispelling programs to install and uninstall them.

• Sun Eyes Alliances with Linux Rivals

  http://news.cnet.com/2100-1016-991412.html
  The firm is considering a shift from Sun Linux to partnerships with mainstream Linux sellers such as SuSE and Red Hat, as done by IBM, Dell Computer, Hewlett-Packard. [CNET News.com]

• Sun to Drop its Customized Linux

  http://news.cnet.com/2100-1016-994602.html
  Firm to phase out its custom Sun Linux and move instead to partner with Red Hat and other mainstream Linux firms, a strategy more aligned with other server competitors. [CNET News.com]

• TA-Linux

  http://talinux.tal.org/
  Small multiarchitecture distribution for power users.

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