The reason why Linux distributions are called "distributions" in the first place is that each distro is a collection of the kernel plus any of a number of software packages, distributed together.

The reason why Linux distributions are called "distributions" in the first place is that each distro is a collection of the kernel plus any of a number of software packages, distributed together.

Choosing your first Linux distro can be a daunting experience. Ask the community where you should start, and you’ll get ten different answers. If you know what to look for in a Linux distro, then ...