Types of LINUX Operating Systems

Ubuntu

The most popular and widely used Linux distribution is called "Ubuntu." Ubuntu is aimed at bringing Linux to casual computer users and is comparable in features to Microsoft's Windows operating system. It is estimated that 30 percent of all Linux users use the Ubuntu distribution.

Kubuntu

Kubuntu is similar to Ubuntu in operation. The main difference is that Kubuntu uses a different type of file system than Ubuntu. They both perform the same basic functions, and both are easily accessible to casual computer users.

Debian

Debian is a more complicated version of the Linux operating system. It is what the distributions Ubuntu and Kubuntu are based on, though it is not nearly as accessible to casual computer users. Debian has the ability to operate as a standard desktop computer operating system, as well as an operating system used to run computer servers.

Fedora

Fedora is another example of a Linux distribution. In appearance, Fedora's desktop and standard operations are similar to those of Ubuntu and Kubuntu. Fedora is used primarily for older PCs due to its limited system requirements.

Linux Mint

Linux Mint is a Linux distribution that was modeled after Ubuntu. As opposed to Ubuntu, which has limited functionality when first installed and requires users to pick and choose which applications to install based on their needs, Linux Mint's focus is providing all programs and drivers a user would need immediately after installation.

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