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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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Longtime Debian user, looking to branch out. (lemmy.sdf.org)

submitted 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) by wesker@lemmy.sdf.org to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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I use Debian flavors for my daily drivers. I have no complaints, no real desire to switch it up on that front.

However, I am starting to get into self-hosting and homelab projects. I'd like to start test driving some light-weight distros of a different flavor.

I'd prefer a GUI be available, but the environment and WM is pretty inconsequential-- except it shouldn't be bloated. I'll install any additional apps I want, I don't need a curated mid-to-heavy-weight distro.

The plan is to make heavy use of Docker images, to try to maintain a clean and modular setup of services. If that makes any difference.

Suggestions? Any slim distros you're just gaga for?

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[–] MyNameIsRichard@lemmy.ml 29 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (2 children)

Alpine Linux is often recommended in similar circumstances. I've never tried it so can't say how it is. Of course you could use Debian with a light WM.

[–] Lucien@hexbear.net 10 points 7 months ago

Alpine is fucking bae. I love that little distro so goddamned much.

[–] wesker@lemmy.sdf.org 7 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I have some experience with Alpine, usually in the form of images for CI pipelines and other remote usecases. It never occurred to me to check it out as a locally installed option.

[–] 1984@lemmy.today 5 points 7 months ago

I don't see the point of it as a locally installed option. Why save disk space?