Yes, we all know the "big three" (Red Hat, Mandrake, SuSE) commercial distros, we also know the next big bunch of respected traditional/geek distros (Debian and Slackware and some might add Gentoo too in this list), and we know the "other big three" in the desktop Linux area (Lindows, Xandros, Lycoris). However, not everyone knows what is available besides this "threshold". Here is a list of Linux distros that worth knowing about and to keep an eye on!
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by Hugo the Hippopatamus on Sun 30th Mar 2003 14:49 UTC
I am surprised that we are not seeing more Linux distributions with an emphasis or focus on the server side. Why are so many distributions chasing the desktop? Microsoft will shortly be releasing Sever 2003 (as reported recently on OSNews). While arguments continue about Linux's desktop usability, Linux has proven itself as a solid server platform. I would like to see some of the usability and ease-of-use initiatives diverted to Linux as a dedicated server platform. Linux has a much better chance of competing with Microsoft in this sphere. There are many small businesses who would benefit from the tools available from a dedicated server distribution - why not grab them before Microsoft does?
I am surprised that we are not seeing more Linux distributions with an emphasis or focus on the server side. Why are so many distributions chasing the desktop? Microsoft will shortly be releasing Sever 2003 (as reported recently on OSNews). While arguments continue about Linux's desktop usability, Linux has proven itself as a solid server platform. I would like to see some of the usability and ease-of-use initiatives diverted to Linux as a dedicated server platform. Linux has a much better chance of competing with Microsoft in this sphere. There are many small businesses who would benefit from the tools available from a dedicated server distribution - why not grab them before Microsoft does?