You asked: Why are there so many different versions of Linux?

Because there are several vehicle manufacturers using the ‘Linux engine’ and each of them has many cars of different types and for different purposes. … This is why Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, SUSE, Manjaro and many other Linux-based operating systems (also called Linux distributions or Linux distros) exist.

Why are there so many Linux versions?

The reason why there are so many Linux distributions out there is, because unlike Windows and MacOS, Linux is not a live-with-what-you-get one-fits-all operating system. Linux is an operating system core or kernel with a modular build around it.

Why are all Linux distributions different?

The first major difference between various Linux distributions is their target audiences and systems. For example, some distributions are customized for desktop systems, some distributions are customized for server systems, and some distributions are customized for old machines, and so on.

The main reason why Linux is not popular on the desktop is that it doesn’t have “the one” OS for the desktop as does Microsoft with its Windows and Apple with its macOS. If Linux had only one operating system, then the scenario would be totally different today.

Which is the best Linux?

Ubuntu. Ubuntu is by far the best known Linux distro, and with good reason. Canonical, its creator, has put a lot of work into making Ubuntu feel as slick and polished as Windows or macOS, which has resulted in it becoming one of the best-looking distros available.

What is the difference between Linux and Unix?

Linux is a Unix clone,behaves like Unix but doesn’t contain its code. Unix contain a completely different coding developed by AT&T Labs. Linux is just the kernel. Unix is a complete package of Operating system.

What is the most stable Linux distro?

10 Most Stable Linux Distros In 2021

  • 1| ArchLinux. Suitable for: Programmers and Developers. …
  • 2| Debian. Suitable for: Beginners. …
  • 3| Fedora. Suitable for: Software Developers, Students. …
  • 4| Linux Mint. Suitable for: Professionals, Developers, Students. …
  • 5| Manjaro. Suitable for: Beginners. …
  • 6| openSUSE. …
  • 8| Tails. …
  • 9| Ubuntu.

Which is faster Ubuntu or Mint?

Mint may seem a little quicker in use day-to-day, but on older hardware, it will definitely feel faster, whereas Ubuntu appears to run slower the older the machine gets. Mint gets faster still when running MATE, as does Ubuntu.

Is Suse Linux dead?

No, SUSE is not dead yet. As longtime Linux pundit Steven J. … Post-Novell, all SUSE needs to worry about is Linux, and SUSE Linux has always had a reputation for serious quality.

Which is better Ubuntu or CentOS?

If you run a business, a Dedicated CentOS Server may be the better choice between the two operating systems because, it’s (arguably) more secure and stable than Ubuntu, due to the reserved nature and the lower frequency of its updates. Additionally, CentOS also provides support for cPanel which Ubuntu lacks.

Which Linux distro is paid?

The only paid-for Linux is crossover Linux and its goal is to allow Windows software to run in a truly Linux environment.

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