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Linux Distributions and Forks

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Which term describes Linux distros that are derived from a common ancestor?

Fork

Flavor (correct)

Remix

None of the above

What is the main reason for knowing if a distro is based on another distro?

To understand the history of the distro

To avoid compatibility issues (correct)

To find the best distro

To know which tutorials to follow

What type of distro is Linux Mint in relation to Ubuntu?

Fork

Flavor (correct)

Remix

None of the above

Which term is used to describe a Linux distro that is unique and not based on anything else?

Independent Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe a modified version of an existing distro that offers something new?

Remix Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used instead of remix sometimes?

Re-spin Signup and view all the answers

Which type of derivative is officially recognized and sanctioned by the original distro it is based on?

Flavor Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe a derivative distro that repackages an existing distro into a new one without making significant changes?

Clone Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of a clone distro?

To closely mimic the distro it is based on Signup and view all the answers

Which distro is frequently cloned by derivative distros?

RHEL Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between forks and clones?

Forks aim to closely mimic the distro they are based on, while clones can make substantial changes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a hard fork in the context of Linux distros?

When a derivative distro forks from the base distro and proceeds on its own separate trajectory Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between remixes and flavors in the context of Linux distros?

Remixes closely mimic the base distro, while flavors offer something new by modifying existing distros Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding the relationships between Linux distros and their derivatives important?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers