Where to get Linux

Since Linux was born and grown on the Internet, it isn't surprising that the best place to get Linux is online. There are many places on the internet to get Linux and Linux distribuitions; just a couple are listed below. If you are stuck with a slow connection, you may want to visit one of the sites that will send you Linux on CD for the cost of the CDs.

The Linux Kernel Archives

The Linux Kernel Archives stores version of the Linux kernel. You can find past versions and the latest versions of the kernel. If you are new to Linux, you don't want to download the kernel for use. Remember, the kernel is just a part of a working Linux system. For a complete Linux system, you want a distribution. However, if you are curious what the Linux kernel code looks like, feel free to visit this site and download the source code.

DistroWatch.com

DistroWatch started as a small spreadsheet list 5 major Linux distros and a couple of feature. It now is a major site which lists different Linux distributions. It gives reviews and articles on Linux related material as well as links to ISO downloads. One of the best features of the site is it's list of the top 100 distros.

LinuxISO.org

LinuxISO.org is a simple site with a wealth of "stuff" for the visitor. It hosts one of the largest collections of Linux distributions on the net. You can download different distros, participate in discussions, and even submit new distros to the site.

Fedora Linux

The Fedora Project is a Red Hat sponsored and community supported general purpose distribution. It is the most popular distro in the United States as well as a good choice for newbies.

Mandriva Linux

Mandriva (formerly Mandrake) is another popular distribution which touts it's ease of use and full features. It is very popular in England and growing in the US.

Ubuntu Linux

"Ubuntu" is an ancient African word, meaning "humanity to others". Ubuntu also means "I am what I am because of who we all are". The Ubuntu Linux distribution brings the spirit of Ubuntu to the software world. It is a relatively new distro that has made a huge splash and gained a lot of support in the last year.