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Best Linux Distributions for Beginners

One of the more confusing aspects of Linux for beginners is choosing which version (or 'distribution') to get. We look at four possibilities which have benefits particularly relevant to Linux newcomers.

Published by John Lister (6,147 pts

) on Jul 29, 2009 to
Linux Platform Articles

Banshee - More than just a Linux Audio Player

Like many Linux users, I spend far too much time at the computer and most of my music listening takes place at the computer rather than through my wonderful but sadly neglected bookshelf stereo system. The trade-off in fidelity however, is more than made up for by the convenience of Banshee desktop media player rather than a home stereo.

Published by Josef Nankivell (4,324 pts

) on Jul 25, 2009 to
Linux Platform Reviews

Guide to Fedora Repositories

Fedora uses the yum package manager to download and install software packages and all the dependencies. However, the default repository only holds free licensed software (except for some firmware). In order to get additional packages, such as NVIDIA drivers, you must add additional repositories.

Published by Kristen Grubb (1,930 pts

) on Jun 28, 2009 to
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System Requirements of Fedora Core 9

The Fedora Core 9 installation media allows you to install the operating system on X86, 64 bit and PPC architectures. There are separate system requirements for each architecture and separate requirements of text versus graphical installations.

Published by Kristen Grubb (1,930 pts

) on May 13, 2009 to
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Linux On A Stick

You can now create a version of the Fedora Linux operating system which fits on a USB drive that you can carry anywhere and use on any PC. We explain the why's and how's of this process so you can see if this is right for you.

Published by John Lister (6,147 pts

) on Nov 28, 2008 to
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Fedora 7 - A Solid Core Distribution

Fedora Core 7 is a solid all-around distribution with lots to offer. Though perhaps not the best desktop distribution out there, it's easy to use and its user interface and security features are top-notch.

Published by Kyle Rankin (671 pts

) on Sep 24, 2008 to
Linux Platform Reviews

Red Hat Linux 5 Desktop - Fit for the Corporate Desktop, But What About the Home?

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Desktop, is a distribution with its sights set firmly on the enterprise corporate desktop. For systems administrators who need a corporate Linux desktop with 24/7 support this works great, but for home users the ditribution falls a bit flat.