Distributions
There are soo many different Linux-distributions, which, in the opposite of some
famous ones, are more designed for a specific
target group. Perhaps there's one which also fits for you...
Here's a brief overview of some better known Linux-distributions:
VectorLinux
Small (ca. 60 Mb) Linux-distribution, which has only the most important tools. It's mostly recommened as basis for developing a own Linux-system.
Homepage: http://metalab.unc.edu/vectorlinuxRock Linux
Addresses itself to skilled users and administrators. The distribution puts much worth on current software-versions and security.
It's about 90 Mb.
Homepage: http://www.rocklinux.orgBastille Linux
Bastille Linux puts special value on security. It's not really a distribution, It's more a collection of scripts, which runs on a already installed Linux-system (e.g. Mandrake or Redhat) and fixes security bugs to reach the highest security-level possible.
Homepage: http://bastille-linux.orgStampede
Homepage: http://www.stampede.orgµ-Linux
It's a mini-distribution, which fits on a single 1.44 Mb-disk and offers all console-based applications needed for a network PC. You can add software with Add-on-disks.
Homepage: http://mulinux.nevalabs.orgCompact Linux
Compact Linux is also a mini-distribution, but for bigger boot-media, for example Flash-disks. The distribution is based on Redhat 6.0 and is about 5 Mb.
Homepage: http://users.bigpond.com/moody.com/Trustix
Trustix is a Server-only distribution, it takes a lot of care on security. The distribution comes without X-system and is only suitable for experienced Admins.
Homepage: http://www.trustix.net/Smooth Wall
Smoothwall is a special-distribution with a Linux-based firewall and a Internet-router. It's designed for bringing LANs online with a secure internet connection.
Homepage: http://www.smoothwall.org
Talkback Area
Enter Own Comment