Top 5 Linux Distributions

One of the most confusing things for the newcomers to Linux is how many distributions, or versions, of the operating system there are. In this guide i'll be telling you the top 5 Linux distributions that are used worldwide. the thing is there are not only 5 distributions but other hundreds of type of Linux Distributions. I'll be describing all the types but you have to choose what type of distribution is right for your business.

5. Ubuntu

Ubuntu is the one most people have heard of, it has become the poster child for linux these  days. Ubuntu is actually a late arrival on linux scene. Ubuntu is an open source software operating system that runs from the system to the cloud to all your internet connected things.

Ubuntu is based on Debian and includes well known apps like Firefox and openoffice.org. It has six month release schedule with occasional Long Term Support (LTS). Ubuntu is also available in various remixes such as Kubuntu, Xubuntu and Lubuntu.

Official Website: https://ubuntu.com

Download Link:  https://ubuntu.com/downloads?

4. Fedora

Fedora is a free version of Red hat, whose RHEL has been a commercial product since 2003. Because of that close connection, Fedora is strong on enterprise features, and it often offers them before RHEL.

Fedora also offers six month release schedule, and it's security features are excellent.

Official Website: https://getfedora.org

Download Link:  https://getfedora.org/en/workstation/download/

3. openSUSE

openSUSE gets around 1200 hits per day on Distrowatch. It is also the foundation for Novell's SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Products.

The package's administration utility is acknowledged as one of the best, and it's boxed edition comes with the best printed documentation you will find for any distribution.

Official Website: https://www.opensuse.org

Download Link:  https://software.opensuse.org

2.Debian

debian is currently known as one of the most well-tested and bug-free distributions available today. Though is serves as the foundation for Ubuntu, most view Debian as a distribution is best-suited for those experienced with linux. The distribution uses all open-source components, which is a good thing, but means it can be more difficult to achieve compatibility with proprietary code such as wireless network drivers. Debian also has a relatively slow release cycles, with stable and bug-free releases.

Official Website: https://www.debian.org

Download Link:  https://www.debian.org/distrib/

1. Kali Linux 

Kali Linux is an open source project that is maintained and funded by Offensive Security, a provider of world class information security training and penetration testing services. In addition to Kali Linux, Offensive Security also maintains the Exploit Database and the free online course, Metasploit Unleashed. 

You can buy the Kali Linux Revealed from Amazon here.

Official Website: https://www.kali.org
Download Link:  https://www.kali.org/downloads/

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