Best Linux Distro For Web Server ?

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    I'd like to know what would be the best Linux Os for a web server ?
     
    DnHype, Apr 2, 2008 IP
  2. tanfwc

    tanfwc Peon

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    CentOS is the OS you should go for.
     
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    another vote for CentOS
     
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    Kuriyaki Peon

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    How friendly is CentOs?

    Could it do everything Ubuntu can?

    Thanks.
     
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  5. gate2vn

    gate2vn Peon

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    Ubuntu is aiming to dekstop, not server environment. Even I have heard that Ubuntu can work fine on server, but it's new, and CentOS is a stable-proven OS for server.
     
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    LoCo Well-Known Member

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    Debian or FreeBSD is my suggestion
     
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    I am a big fan of everything Ubuntu - but Centos is a good choice. Lots of community resources and support available with the well supported src packages from RH.
     
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  8. boltok

    boltok Active Member

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    #8
    Depends on what your aims are. Typically, CentOS would be the most suitable. It's designed well, provides a simple way to update and install packages and has a good track record.

    However, in some cases, I'd go for Slackware or FreeBSD instead. These are better for more specialized uses such as firewalls, proxies etc. They also allow you to keep the OS footprint small since you are only putting in what you require.
     
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    CentOS or Debian imo.
     
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    Thanoz Active Member

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    Has anyone heard of SoL? I've used it in the past(old version back then) and was extremely satisfied about what you could achive. Search for SoL in google and you'll find it. It's changed name right now actually but yet i regard SoL as the best ever!
     
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  12. DnHype

    DnHype Active Member

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    #12
    Thank

    I'v been working a lot with Ubuntu Server Edition i fund it good
    Ill try CentOS on my Virtual PC tooday.
    And will also give a try at FreeBDS
    Finaly i will try Debian.

    Im planing in few month to start my compagny and owning the server at home. My Own Datacenter :) will be small but at begening but will surely grow with time !
    thank for all info
     
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    hans Well-Known Member

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    I successfully use openSuSE ( Novell ) on my laptops since 10 yrs and also since 2006 on my server.
     
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    ishan Prominent Member

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    Another vote for CentOS.
    We have used Fedora on one of our boxes, & it is as good as CentOS.
     
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    I have to say ubuntu server is pretty solid and very easy to manage and install. Fedora i'd say you need a lil more experience. But you know, you should try them all for yourself and see what suits you best.
     
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    1 more vote for CentOS it's the way to go for a web server.
     
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    CentOS is my top pick (Vote 8)
    Personally I use Fedora
     
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    One final vote for CentOS (if not, Fedora), Red Hat systems rule ;)
     
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    It depends. If you are new, Ubuntu is easier to handle and figure out, especially if you are used to using Windows.
    If you are an experienced user, CentOS is my vote (10).
     
    MyFlash13, Apr 6, 2008 IP
  20. ZarkedOut

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    Ubuntu is not really used for server uses.
     
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