Re: debian and ubuntu
> are there situations where debian is preferable (eg older hardware)?
Extreme devotion to FOSS ideals, environments where security and
stability are most important.
> are there situations where ubuntu is preferable (eg picking up newer
> hardware)?
>
Installing for new Linux users, hardware that does not have good FOSS
drivers, very tolerant community
> what's better for use on a server? ubuntu has a server edition (with an
> excellent guide), but is it any different from debian?
>
hahahaha... Debian! While Ubuntu might not be bad for a server,
Ubuntu's advantages have no bearing here.
> i personally like debian's slow cycle - i don't like to upgrade if i
> can help it. my son, on the otherhand, likes to try the new stuff
> whenever possible.
>
You: Debian. Your son: (don't hate me) Fedora. Really! In any case, it
will get some knowledge of OS diversity in the house. And give you
guys something to debate over dinner.
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Dotan Cohen
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