Chapter 2. Choosing a Linux Distribution
The Linux operating system that's installed on your computer is not a single, huge program. It's a collection of many programs. You can get each component of the Linux system yourself, downloading and installing them separately to create exactly the system that fits your needs. However, it's not simple; you must know Linux well to do this. Most users don't install the pieces themselves. Rather, they install a Linux distribution.
A distribution (often called a distro) is a collection of programs put together by a group or a company. It includes all the components needed to provide a complete Linux system when it's installed on your computer. However, distributions can differ in the components included, ...
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