Re: debian and ubuntu
On Sat, Apr 25, 2009 at 11:00:15AM -0700, prad wrote:
> we use (and support) both, but i'd like to establish a rationale for
> using one or the other.
>
> are there situations where debian is preferable (eg older hardware)?
> are there situations where ubuntu is preferable (eg picking up newer
> hardware)?
>
> what's better for use on a server? ubuntu has a server edition (with an
> excellent guide), but is it any different from debian?
>
> 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.
>
> i would like to see some opinions and personal experiences regarding
> these 2 excellent systems!
I have the same problem to persuade my collegues to use debian rather
ubuntu. I told them ubuntu is just fork of debian sid.
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Zhengquan
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