Red Hat Linux Compared to Other Linux Distributions

Underneath, all Linux distributions are the same because all distributions use the Linux kernel. Nearly all distributions include the same base subset of GNU free software, command-line programs, manual pages, and documentation. However, the similarity stops there, and Linux distributions will differ in a number of significant ways:

  • Installation— Nearly every Linux distribution is different in the appearance, and perhaps sequence, of installation dialogs and prompts. You'll find Red Hat's Linux installation flexible and easy to use—you can choose a graphical, text-based, or automatic install.

  • Layout of the /etc directory— Linux is a blend of the best features of BSD and SysV UNIX. This means ...

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