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Questions tagged [distro-recommendation]

This tag should be used for questions asking for a recommendation of a particular edition of Ubuntu or an official derivative, such as Kubuntu, Lubuntu, etc.

Note that this tag does not cover recommendations for distros other than the officially recognized distributions of Ubuntu, a list of which can be found here. Thus, you should not use this tag for recommendations for:

  • Unofficial Ubuntu-based distributions (Linux Mint, elementary OS, etc.)
  • Any other Linux distribution or operating system

Such questions are considered off-topic as outlined in the FAQ, and will be flagged for deletion.

Additionally, this tag could be used to cover different editions of Ubuntu, such as Ubuntu Desktop, Ubuntu Server, Ubuntu Light, etc.

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What's the difference between the Server version and the Desktop version?

What's the difference between the Server version of Ubuntu and the Desktop version?
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Which is the best Ubuntu Flavor for an old laptop?

I have a very old Toshiba laptop. Specs can be found here. What would be the best distribution for this machine? Does anyone have some suggestions? I only have 512 MB of RAM.
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Which flavor of ubuntu?

This question has historical significance from the Ask Ubuntu Beta. It is not considered a "constructive" question, as per the FAQ. My first question regarded a fresh install on my ubuntu box. Some great answers. My housemate has a couple of Sun…
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What version of Ubuntu can I run on an old desktop?

What version of Ubuntu can I run on an old desktop? Also, can I revert to old style navigation in 11.10? I have a P4 3ghz 1 gb ram 160 gb HDD graphics: VESA: 6330 I installed 11.10, but it is slow.
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Most non tech savvy friendly Ubuntu version for a company to implement?

For a company with non tech savvy computer users who will mainly need to upload/save pictures, send/receive emails, play solitaire/euchre, print envelopes, and manage taxes, what Ubuntu version would you suggest installing on all their systems?…
ThePhysician
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*buntu setup for Granny

I'm trying to setup a *buntu system for grandma. Her needs are a browser, a text processer (libreoffice will be fine), being able to watch youtube and not being able to get into too much trouble deleting or misplacing files that she really would…
DrSAR
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Ubuntu or XUbuntu on old computer

We've got an old computer at home which has really been left unused for a few years. It was the 'family computer' for a few years, and it is absolutely clogged down with programs, and runs so slowly it is almost useless - I'm sure you know the type.…
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What's the easiest installation for a home server, Ubuntu Desktop or Ubuntu Server?

I have a Dell Server on which I've been running Microsoft Server 2008, I want to turn it into a simple home server for file sharing and media streaming. I'm fairly new to Linux, but understand a lot. I want to know which would be the easiest for…
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Which flavor I should use for a P4, 512 RAM?

I have bee months trying to revive a PC that is so old, people that I told about it just say to junk it. But I believe that there is a Linux OS out there that can help me out. The Type of PC that I'm trying to Revive is a 2001 Gateway Desktop with…
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What version of Ubuntu can I run on my old PC?

I have an old PC Specs: CPU:733 MHZ RAM:128 MB VGA :32 MB I tried to run Ubuntu 8.0 on it, but when the PC tries to log in to the Ubuntu it stops and doesn't do anything. I think that the RAM becomes full. So what version of Ubuntu should I run on…
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What is the BunsenLabs version of Ubuntu?

I love Debian, but I dislike desktop managers. Trying to set up Openbox by myself was confusing, so I was thrilled when I discovered BunsenLabs. However, a lot of applications that call themselves "Linux compatible" (Steam, GOG games...) really are…
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How to create a new linux distro

I want to create a new linux distro with customized name,customized wallpaper,customized packages etc.Can i do it keeping ubuntu 14.04 as base and installing packages etc on it. Also i have successfully created a livecd using ubuntu uck but when it…
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What version of Ubuntu for a Compaq Armada E500?

The machine runs windows 98SE at the moment. I would like to install ubuntu on this 15 year old laptop and maybe use it as a reddit machine or run some emulators on it (haven't decided yet). SPECS: 512MB ram (maxed out) 5GB Hard drive 550MHz celeron…
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Advice on linux distros for a charity

I'm doing a non profit job for my work where we are setting up Internet for the children ward at the local hospital. We want a client server architecture, we have a server pc and about 7 other medium spec pc's What we are after is a completely…
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Desktop distro with installer image less than 700MB?

Previously I'm using Lubuntu because the installer can be burnt in CD. Now the 16.04 x64 installer image size more than 700MB. Plus, it feel too heavy on my computer. I'm now using Bodhi Linux but looking for several more choice.
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