Choosing a Linux Distribution

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Course Description

Overview

Learn how Linux distributions differ and how to pick one that suits your needs.

Syllabus

Introduction

Choosing a Linux distribution
Lab setup

1. Distribution Basics

What is a Linux distribution?
Distribution history
The Linux kernel
System management
Software management
Desktop environments
Release models and support

2. Choosing a Distro

Similarities and differences
Evaluating your needs
Distro hopping

3. Exploring Debian Linux

Exploring Debian Linux
Installing Debian Linux
Using Debian Linux

4. Exploring Linux Mint

Exploring Linux Mint
Installing Linux Mint
Using Linux Mint

5. Exploring Ubuntu Linux

Exploring Ubuntu Linux
Installing Ubuntu Linux
Using Ubuntu Linux

6. Exploring Fedora Linux

Exploring Fedora Linux
Installing Fedora Linux
Using Fedora Linux

7. Exploring openSUSE Linux

Exploring openSUSE Linux
Installing openSUSE Linux
Using openSUSE Linux

8. Exploring Arch Linux

Exploring Arch Linux
Installing Arch Linux
Using Arch Linux

9. Exploring Alpine Linux

Exploring Alpine Linux
Installing Alpine Linux
Using Alpine Linux

Conclusion

Next steps

Taught by

Scott Simpson

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