How Switching to Linux Can Make Your Computing Quicker, Cheaper and Easier - Best Newbie Linux Flavors
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Linux comes in many different types, sometimes called flavors. The best way to think of them is like ice cream flavors. Chocolate and pistachio may both be ice cream, but they give you a very different experience. Linux flavors are all based on the same kernel, but take it in very different directions.
Please be aware that Mandriva and Redhat are both flavors that also have their own companies that use them. This is a double-edged sword. Yes, you would be more likely to get business-level software and support for these flavors, but they can end up costing you some in the long run.
The decision will be yours, but you have to base it on your needs. If you are a business user, then you may want to pay for the extra support, and the wide variety of professional level software. If you are a home user, then the regular community support may be enough for you.
Learning Resources
If you want some help learning to use your Linux, then the first place you should visit is the online community for your flavor. If their newbie section is not enough, try some of these resources:
They should help to get you up to speed and working like an expert user in no time at all.
Now that you know why you should switch, and which flavor you should choose, the rest is a matter of logistics. While you can find many great and detailed guides on how to do this, as you get deeper into the world of Linux, and acquire new skills, you can customize your system to make it even more user-friendly and efficient.
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