Top Linux distribution for home servers is a solid choice.

LolaLouie
Senior Member

742

10-05-2016, 03:12 AM

I need a lightweight Linux distribution with a user-friendly interface for handling files. Best options would be lightweight distros like LXQt, XFCE, or LXDE. Let me know if you'd like more details!

LolaLouie

10-05-2016, 03:12 AM #1

I need a lightweight Linux distribution with a user-friendly interface for handling files. Best options would be lightweight distros like LXQt, XFCE, or LXDE. Let me know if you'd like more details!

DJEmmey
Junior Member

10-05-2016, 09:59 AM

I ran Ubuntu on a dual-core machine from 2006 with just 1 GB of DDR2 RAM. It might have been better to choose a lighter OS, but most of the VMs I used on another system were based on Ubuntu and its derivatives.

DJEmmey

10-05-2016, 09:59 AM #2

CoreHD123
Junior Member

10-10-2016, 08:31 AM

I run my home server on Ubuntu Server. I haven’t found anything interesting to try yet, but a graphical interface would be nice. I like staying without a GUI since it’s much quicker. With enough practice, you’ll adapt to the commands easily.

CoreHD123

10-10-2016, 08:31 AM #3

Fluffy_BananaZ
Member

10-10-2016, 10:07 AM

Mac OS Sever is quite affordable, often around $20 or even free.

Fluffy_BananaZ

10-10-2016, 10:07 AM #4

Mac OS Sever is quite affordable, often around $20 or even free.

Bring_It
Senior Member

423

10-16-2016, 09:53 AM

Debian.

Bring_It

10-16-2016, 09:53 AM #5

Debian.

GabraPvP
Junior Member

10-16-2016, 05:02 PM

It's all Linux, the main variation lies in release timing and who releases it. Debian offers stability and thorough testing but releases slowly. Ubuntu is based on Debian testing, providing quicker updates while maintaining reliability. Fedora is a community-driven Red Hat alternative with cutting-edge kernels but less polished support. CentOS mirrors commercial Red Hat, delivering robust performance at a cost. For a graphical experience, having 16GB RAM and a multi-core processor ensures smooth operation regardless of your desktop setup. I suggest Debian or Ubuntu 16.04 for this purpose. I favor Debian personally. I stick to Ubuntu mainly because my hardware is new and I need the latest kernel for driver compatibility. Debian 9 is expected soon.

GabraPvP

10-16-2016, 05:02 PM #6

sniperboy650
Senior Member

735

10-20-2016, 12:49 PM

Debian also offers rapid security patches; the main delays come from feature and hardware support, not updates themselves.

sniperboy650

10-20-2016, 12:49 PM #7

Debian also offers rapid security patches; the main delays come from feature and hardware support, not updates themselves.