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Fedora Linux

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Perhaps the most popular distribution on the “bleeding-edge” of software development is the Fedora Project and it’s operating system (OS). This seems to be a front runner to CentOS and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Many of the features that will eventually end up in these two OS distributions are piloted in Fedora. With this status of being a testing ground, this is probably not a good choice for production environments, or where stability is required. Fedora OS is available in a variety of editions, and can be further broken down into “spins”. This additional breakdown allows for increased customizations in features such as the graphical user interface (GUI).

This distribution is an option for those studying for the CompTIA Linux+ exam. If you are working towards the CompTIA XK0-005, you’ll likely want to use the Fedora 34 Workstation edition.

Fedora Project: https://fedoraproject.org

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Ubuntu Linux

Based on the Debian distribution, Ubuntu has become a widely used operating system. Managed by Canonical Ltd., it has been around for over two decades. There is excellent support from Canonical through documentation and forums, and for a fee you can procure additional technical support. This makes the distribution a viable option for commercial operations. Ubuntu comes in many variants including: Server, Desktop, Long Term Support (LTS), and many more. It is wise to become familiar with this operating system for enthusiasts and professional alike.

Canonical Ubuntu

For those inclined with design, there is a design centre available: https://design.ubuntu.com.