Re: fastest linux distro
On Fri, 24 Jan 2014, tom arnall wrote:
> I am looking for the fastest Linux distro for the following purposes.
>
>
> System:
>
> Dell latitude D630
> dual core
> 2g memory
>
>
> most used applications:
>
> icewm
> gnome-terminal
> vim
> perl
> chrome browser
> transmission
>
>
> Currently I am running ubuntu 12.04. I am unhappy with the speed of
> it.
>
> Any info/suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
First, add more RAM
Eliminate unneeded background processes
Use a lightweight desktop like LXDE or XFCE; or
Use only a lightweight window manager
Switch to a distro designed for old hardware like AntiX; or
Install a "base" terminal system, add only the components you need
B
Reply to: