Best Linux Distros | Tips For Choosing The Right Linux Desktop For You

I look closely at the top 5 most popular desktop Linux versions (a.k.a. "distros"), their benefits, and who I'd recommend for each.

To check out the Linux versions mentioned in this video, visit these sites:

[tomormiston]

an excellent intro, you did well getting a flavor of the different options and reasons for choosing each in just 7 minutes.

[George_K]

This is one of the best short intro videos into Linux - Good Job

[ssztmol]

I started with Linux Mint and use it, and Linux Manjaro. I love the rolling releases of Arch/Manjaro.

Great video. Well done.

[yukiousuzumi]

Q: Which Linux version is right for you?
A: Version 4.12.6

[watsoft]

I didn't think I would get anything out of this short video having been an off and on user of Linux for many years, but perhaps a different distro would suit my needs better...Well done!

[swlee]

From this video, I eventually understand the main difference between the most popular Linux distros. Good explanation. Thanks!

[michelfilion]

Good job...Nice, clear and informative video for potential new comers. I would've however mentioned how the Linux architecture is now easier to install, comprehend and maintain (user friendly) than Windows.

[JeffM---]

Thank you, I was wondering about this subject and you give a very good review here.

[pandasticus]

Solus is very good all-around distro, great for beginners too. It's user friendly and nice, and is also rolling release although a bit more stable and less 'bleeding-edge' like Arch/Antergos.

[theshowman]

A very good intro to Linux distros. I've been using Linux Mint for a number of years now and it's great (I said 'bye bye' to Windows ages ago).
Planning to checkout Manjaro soon on another pc, for fun.

[RonZSaavedra]

The force is strong with this channel - Subbed

[seanadupre]

I started with Ubuntu then Linux mint but i settled on Ultimate Edition. I added linux mint repo and had a very nice fully loaded linux.

[barunespadhy]

A lot of people underestimate Debian, although that is invariably what the first two distros in this video uses. Debian is slightly difficult to install and setup, and so is arch, but once you have successfully installed Debian, what you get is an extremely stable Ubuntu that will never ever break, and in a way, a large community community because if a solution works for Ubuntu, chances are it will work for Debian.

[josephwood]

I have been using Peppermint for like 6 years on an old netbook and have no issues. I love it!

[SuperEvanbaxter]

Nice video. Everything was so clearly explained.

[xaleth]

Want full control over your computer with Linux?

Step 1: Engineer every component in order to be sure there's no chip that does crap on your computer without your consent.

Step 2: Write your own BIOS.

Step 3: Don't install Arch, instead, create your own kernel and make an operating system out of it.

[nyulb]

I'm a happy OpenSuse TW user. :) Thanks the great video!

[vincentz]

Really good video. I was starting to use Linux Mint for a Week ago as Main Operating system.

[stuffbrianka]

Thank you so much for this. I had forgotten about Mint. I'll have to give it a go.

[jasperzanjani]

I can't get over how great the thumbnail graphic is