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Comparison of Different Linux Distributions

  • 發佈時間:2013-09-27

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  • The most difficult aspect of Linux is accessibility, especially for the novice user. Linux is like a tree. There are a myriad of branches growing from the trunk and even other branches. Branches are long, short, thick and slender, which makes choosing the right branch a real challenge. In order to shed light on that confusion, let us examine three of the most popular Linux branches: CentOS, Debian and Ubuntu. CentOS Red Hat is the most recognizable Linux brand. CentOS is a community-driven version of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). CentOS is completely compatible with RHEL, per the Red Hat licensing agreement, and the core difference is only that all Red Hat branding was changed to CentOS. The purpose of this is an enterprise-level platform that is free and does not require certification. CentOS is highly stable and compatible, which are very desirable in business environments.

    A downside to CentOS, however, is that major releases only occur every 2-3 years and point releases occur every 6-9 months but rarely contain new features or any significant changes. In other words, it takes years to integrate leading-edge features into CentOS, which often makes it feel dated and inflexible. Pros Based on a superior commercial solution Stable and consistent Well tested prior to releases Cons Slow release cycle Runs behind the competition Patches for CentOS release even slower than for RHEL Debian Founder Ian Murdock launched Debian GNU/Linux in 1993. He envisioned it as a Linux operating system that was entirely non-commercial and developed by volunteers. Although we take such endeavors for granted now, the skeptics far outnumbered the optimists at that time. Nevertheless, Debian not only survived, it thrived, within a decade evolving into the largest distribution in the history of Linux. Debian is known for strict adherence to UNIX, free software and collaborative development/testing philosophies. It provides access to repositories containing thousands of software packages, and the user can custom-tailor their Debian installation. Debian is also very aggressive in terms of integrating new technology via unstable builds, but the core stable build is known for being reliable and bug free. Pros Remarkable quality control Very stable and bug free Wide architecture support Cons Slow release cycle but faster than CentOS Adherence to UNIX philosophies leads to conservatism Install is not user friendly Ubuntu Compared to CentOS and Debian, Ubuntu is a relative newcomer. Despite being newer, Ubuntu does not lag. Ubuntu was embraced by the Linux community like no other Linux distro before it. Due to the sheer size and scope of the developer and user bases, Ubuntu developed remarkably fast. It also developed in a robust manner, and the Ubuntu community put usability and innovation above all else. Most Linux distros are well rooted in the past, which has benefits but diminishes accessibility to the casual user. With Ubuntu, the developers approached Linux with the casual user in mind.

    Notable Ubuntu features include an installable live CD, a customizable modern desktop, and built-in support for current hardware, such as wireless networking, home networking and ATI and NVidia video cards. Pros Novice friendly Documentation is robust and current Regular release and support cycle Cons Lacks compatibility Includes proprietary software Not power-user friendly Conclusion When choosing between Ubuntu, Debian and CentOS, you should first decide what type of user you will be. Ubuntu is vastly superior to the other options for the average home environment. It offers a simplicity and accessibility that the Linux world had never seen before but now embraces. Ubuntu is the closest thing that you will find to an OS X or Windows-like experience in a Linux flavor. Debian and CentOS, on the other hand, are much better suited to business applications, and these are the two most popular distros for business applications. It’s worth noting that Ubuntu is nearly as popular as Debian and CentOS as web server due to how simple and accessible Ubuntu is. Nevertheless, if you want enterprise-level Linux, CentOS and Debian are by far the superior choices.

    The choice between Debian and CentOS is a difficult one mired in fine details, and it often comes down to the familiarity of the user. Debian is slightly more prevalent than CentOS, especially in Europe. Debian adherence to UNIX philosophies also makes it slightly better for integration with legacy systems. CentOS, on the other hand, offers marginally better stability and compatibility。 If you want to know information about hosting,please click http://www.eranet.com

     

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