Debian
What is Debian, and how does it differ from Ubuntu?
Ubuntu is built on Debian, but the two projects make different trade-offs around stability, release cadence, and commercial backing. Here's how to choose.
17 December 2024 4 min read
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Fedora
What is Fedora, and is it actually a good fit for a server?
Fedora is fast, modern, and community-driven - but its 13-month support window makes it a poor default choice for most production VPS workloads. Here's…
19 November 2024 4 min read
Guides and How Tos
What is VzLinux, and when would you pick it over AlmaLinux or Rocky?
VzLinux is a free, RHEL-compatible distro maintained by Virtuozzo. We look at what it's for, and when it makes more sense than the mainstream…
12 November 2024 3 min read
Guides and How Tos
What is Oracle Linux, and is the “Unbreakable” branding just marketing?
Oracle Linux is a free, RHEL-compatible distro with an optional custom kernel. We look at what UEK and Ksplice actually do, and whether the…
1 November 2024 4 min read
AlmaLinux
AlmaLinux vs Rocky Linux: what’s actually different
Both are free, 1:1 RHEL rebuilds. We compare governance, history and day-to-day differences honestly - and tell you when the choice actually matters.
25 October 2024 5 min read
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