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LinkedIn Learning

Choosing a Linux Distribution

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Learn how Linux distributions differ and how to pick one that suits your needs.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Choosing a Linux distribution
  • Lab setup
1. Distribution Basics
  • What is a Linux distribution?
  • Distribution history
  • The Linux kernel
  • System management
  • Software management
  • Desktop environments
  • Release models and support
2. Choosing a Distro
  • Similarities and differences
  • Evaluating your needs
  • Distro hopping
3. Exploring Debian Linux
  • Exploring Debian Linux
  • Installing Debian Linux
  • Using Debian Linux
4. Exploring Linux Mint
  • Exploring Linux Mint
  • Installing Linux Mint
  • Using Linux Mint
5. Exploring Ubuntu Linux
  • Exploring Ubuntu Linux
  • Installing Ubuntu Linux
  • Using Ubuntu Linux
6. Exploring Fedora Linux
  • Exploring Fedora Linux
  • Installing Fedora Linux
  • Using Fedora Linux
7. Exploring openSUSE Linux
  • Exploring openSUSE Linux
  • Installing openSUSE Linux
  • Using openSUSE Linux
8. Exploring Arch Linux
  • Exploring Arch Linux
  • Installing Arch Linux
  • Using Arch Linux
9. Exploring Alpine Linux
  • Exploring Alpine Linux
  • Installing Alpine Linux
  • Using Alpine Linux
Conclusion
  • Next steps

Taught by

Scott Simpson

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