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Which distribution was the first to be released by Patrick Volkerding as an alternative to the poorly maintained SLS distribution?
Which distribution was the first to be released by Patrick Volkerding as an alternative to the poorly maintained SLS distribution?
Which distribution was founded by Ian Murdock in order to create a free distribution?
Which distribution was founded by Ian Murdock in order to create a free distribution?
Which distribution is commercially backed by Canonical Ltd.?
Which distribution is commercially backed by Canonical Ltd.?
Which distribution included the X Window System and was the most comprehensive distribution for a short time?
Which distribution included the X Window System and was the most comprehensive distribution for a short time?
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Which of the following is NOT typically included in a Linux distribution?
Which of the following is NOT typically included in a Linux distribution?
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What is the purpose of a package management system in a Linux distribution?
What is the purpose of a package management system in a Linux distribution?
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Which of the following systems can Linux distributions be installed on?
Which of the following systems can Linux distributions be installed on?
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Which market is Linux more popular in as of 2017?
Which market is Linux more popular in as of 2017?
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What does a Linux package typically contain?
What does a Linux package typically contain?
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What does a Linux package management system do?
What does a Linux package management system do?
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What must a local administrator do if additional software is added to a Linux distribution?
What must a local administrator do if additional software is added to a Linux distribution?
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Which type of Linux distribution is designed for enterprise users, power users, or home users?
Which type of Linux distribution is designed for enterprise users, power users, or home users?
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What is the purpose of rolling Linux distributions?
What is the purpose of rolling Linux distributions?
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What is the main reason for the diversity of Linux distributions?
What is the main reason for the diversity of Linux distributions?
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What is the difference between standard release and rolling release software development methodologies?
What is the difference between standard release and rolling release software development methodologies?
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Study Notes
Linux Distributions
- Slackware was the first distribution to be released by Patrick Volkerding as an alternative to the poorly maintained SLS distribution.
Founders of Distributions
- Ian Murdock founded Debian to create a free distribution.
Commercial Backing
- Ubuntu is commercially backed by Canonical Ltd.
Comprehensive Distribution
- The distribution that included the X Window System and was the most comprehensive distribution for a short time was SLS.
Inclusions in a Linux Distribution
- Typically, a Linux distribution includes everything needed to install and use a system, including the Linux kernel, libraries, and utilities.
- A Linux distribution does not typically include commercial software applications.
Package Management Systems
- The purpose of a package management system in a Linux distribution is to easily install, update, and manage software.
Installation Options
- Linux distributions can be installed on servers, desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and embedded devices.
Popularity in Markets
- As of 2017, Linux is more popular in the server market.
Linux Packages
- A Linux package typically contains executable files, configuration files, and documentation.
- A Linux package management system manages the installation, updating, and removal of software packages.
Local Administrator Tasks
- If additional software is added to a Linux distribution, a local administrator must ensure the compatibility and integration of the new software.
Types of Linux Distributions
- There are Linux distributions designed for enterprise users, power users, or home users.
Rolling Linux Distributions
- The purpose of rolling Linux distributions is to provide the latest software packages without requiring a complete system upgrade.
Diversity of Linux Distributions
- The main reason for the diversity of Linux distributions is the different goals and values of the developers and users.
Software Development Methodologies
- The main difference between standard release and rolling release software development methodologies is the frequency of updates and the availability of the latest software packages.
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Test your knowledge about Linux distributions and their installation systems with this quiz! Learn about the different components and installation methods used in popular Linux distributions like Gentoo and discover why Linux is dominating the server and embedded-devices markets.
