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Distro for old storage computer?

Distro for old storage computer?

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07-18-2025, 10:35 AM
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I’m planning to build an off-site storage setup for backing up crucial files. The machine will stay mostly idle, activating only when you manually update or expand the backup. I’ll use outdated hardware—like a 10+ year-old motherboard and processor—and limit RAM to under 1GB of DDR1. A lightweight Linux distribution is essential; Lubuntu is my current choice, but I’ve found Puppy and Bodhi less appealing. Are there any other lesser-known, old-computer-friendly distros worth exploring? I can test them all in a virtual environment if you’d like.
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07-18-2025, 10:35 AM #1

I’m planning to build an off-site storage setup for backing up crucial files. The machine will stay mostly idle, activating only when you manually update or expand the backup. I’ll use outdated hardware—like a 10+ year-old motherboard and processor—and limit RAM to under 1GB of DDR1. A lightweight Linux distribution is essential; Lubuntu is my current choice, but I’ve found Puppy and Bodhi less appealing. Are there any other lesser-known, old-computer-friendly distros worth exploring? I can test them all in a virtual environment if you’d like.

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07-18-2025, 10:35 AM
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For a server, Debian is a great choice—it's lightweight and highly reliable. You can choose a desktop environment like xfce or lxde during setup. Avoid outdated versions; stick to the stable release.
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07-18-2025, 10:35 AM #2

For a server, Debian is a great choice—it's lightweight and highly reliable. You can choose a desktop environment like xfce or lxde during setup. Avoid outdated versions; stick to the stable release.

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