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Best version of Linux?

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Hello:

 

I'm looking to get a few more frames out of my old Macbook, and linux appears to be the way to go. I heard somewhere about the forums that there are a few lightweight versions of linux that could possibly speed up an old computer. 

 

I know nothing about Linux, but would love to learn. I'll scroll about the forums a bit and look for more information, but if you could just tell me the OS that has a great Lightweight::Customization ratio, then that would be awesome.

 

Thanks.

 

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Lubuntu is one of the lightest OS around. Ubuntu is pretty great as well.

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ubuntu is amazing ;p 

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xUbuntu is good, an lUbuntu will make it run so fast! It is all preference and some for of Ubuntu will suit you.

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Anything debian based which are most popular distros.

I recommend elementary, but it has it's issues, if you are getting into Linux I recommend Ubuntu in a VM and progressing to a more advanced OS to install when you get used to it

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Best is subjective. I personally love the freedom that Arch linux gives me, but most people wouldn't want to get their hands that dirty. Debian and Ubuntu derivatives are generally more stable (since they're running older software versions). Any Linux distribution can be customized, although some are a bit picky about it and can become less stable if you try to push it too hard. 

 

Arch linux would actually be the best lightweight:customization ratio. The base install comes with no GUI (light as it gets, really, unless you pick something like Damn Small Linux), allowing you to start with any desktop environment you want (LXDE for lightweight, runs at about 200-300MB RAM under idle conditions). And because you build it from the ground up, the possibilities are endless. 

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I heard that Linux OS X is supposed to be good. :P

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Mint and or Debian

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What's your gnu/linux experience like? Can you use the console or would you rather have it be plugNplay

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Linux Mint. I usually say Ubuntu but I dislike their UI and the newer Gnome in general. So as a matter of personal taste I recommend Linux Mint (plus last I checked it has a few more things that make it even more beginner friendly) but Ubuntu might serve you well.

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