Best Linux Distribution For Me?

Question

Hi. I've been playing around with Ubuntu for about a month to 2 months now and am truthfully unsatisfied with it. I am only a beginner with Linux but am willing to work with the command line a little ( as i know some distributions require commands to even set up).

So my question is, what would be the best distribution for me to use? I want one thats a little user friendly but has a larger command line aspect the Ubuntu. Also, if possible i would GREATLY appreciate a link to a tutorial or a summary on getting started, don't dwell on it if you don't have one in mind though.

Your help with be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Answer 1

I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 9 LTS which is built upon Ubuntu 10.04 LTS. Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled



Linux Mint 9 LTS Download

http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=52



Linux Mint Installation Guide

http://www.linuxbsdos.com/2009/12/03/linux-mint-8-installation-guide/



Linux Mint 9 LTS Release Notes/User Guide

http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_isadora.php



You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 9 LTS then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto



Linux Mint 9 LTS can also be run straight from the LiveCD from Boot without touching your Hard Drive



Once installed I suggest upgrading from the default Firefox 3.6 to Firefox 5



How To upgrade to Firefox 5 on Linux Mint 9 LTS using the Mozilla Stable PPA

http://www.webupd8.org/2011/06/firefox-5-lands-in-firefox-stable-ppa.html







LUg.

Answer 2

What is it about ubuntu you are dissatisfied with? If it is the desktop environment, then try a different one, ie Kubuntu, Xubuntu, Lubuntu. If it is stability then try 10.04 or 10.10

You can use the command line in ubuntu as much as you like, and as much as in any other distro. Most configuration is done by editing config files. Whether you get the file open with commands or a gui the editing part is the same. The majority of distros don't require commands to set up. The most popular GNU/Linux distributions have developed to the point where the command line isn't an intrinsic part of normal computer use on a desktop. The ones that do involve the use of a terminal to install do so not because they're lacking in development, but because they offer the user greater interaction in the installation process.

The command line is a great way to do things quickly and directly without having to interact with the desktop, rather than being some sort of impediment.

If you want to get your hands dirty then gentoo might be a good place to start. Each distribution usually offers documentation. Ubuntu has tons of tutorials and documentation and a huge user community, which didn't come about by accident.

If you want to learn then perhaps set up a server (headless), or install linux on some bit of old or obscure hardware

Answer 3

Actually ubuntu would probably be the best for you.

If you want to use the command line with ubuntu you could use it for all the ubuntu commands. There is also the gui for those who do not want to use the command line. Another good thing about ubuntu is that they have a very extensive documentation.

Instead of using the gui for ubuntu open a terminal and try to use it instead. If you want to find a command for some action simply google for the action that you want and add +command line. E. G. to want to know how to find a file on your system : find file +command line.

Good luck

Answer 4

If you don't mind getting your hands a little dirty (which it sounds like is exactly what you want to do) I highly recommend Fedora as a step up from Ubuntu. It's a beautiful operating system, runs faster than Ubuntu, and is more "raw" Linux and bleeding edge. Gnome 3 is especially stable & customizable in comparison to Unity.



Here's the documentation on Fedora:



http://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/index.html



The forums also provide tons of documentation and helpful tips:



http://fedoraforum.org

Answer 5

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