Mandrake
Description
Mandriva Linux (formerly known as Mandrake Linux) was created in 1998 with the goal of making Linux easier to use for everyone. At that time, Linux was already well-known as a powerful and stable operating system.
With this innovative approach, Mandriva offers all the power and stability of Linux to both individuals and professional users in an easy-to-use and pleasant environment. Thousands of new users are discovering Linux each and every day and finding it a complete replacement for their previous operating system. Linux as a server or workstation has no reason to be jealous of any other more established operating systems.
Assets and drawbacks
+ Beginner friendly
+ A mostly automated installation procedure
+ Great choice of packages
+ Widely-used distribution
+ Several detailed installation guides
- A one-year release cycle
Links
| [1] | http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/en/ | Mandrakesoft is now Mandriva |
| [2] | http://www.sajaniemi.net/content/view/61/2/ | HowTo: VDR on Mandriva Linux 2006 |