The reason why Linux distributions are called "distributions" in the first place is that each distro is a collection of the kernel plus any of a number of software packages, distributed together.

Similarly, Ubuntu's brown can look warm and human or dull and 1970s depending on your background. So, when it comes to your own distro, please give some thought to the look and feel – don't just ...

Where operating systems are concerned, it could be argued that Linux offers more "choice" than any other. There exist so many different distributions, that the challenge is finding the one perfectly ...

Ubuntu is one of the most popular Linux distros for all kinds of users, from Linux newbies to seasoned campaigners. For ...

Here, we show you how to build your very own, customised Linux distribution (distro). For creating our distro, we used Ububtu 7.04 as a base and built over it.

Information Week has posted a thorough walkthrough guide for anyone interested in taking their Linux customization to the next level by creating their own distribution, whether for installation or ...

If you've always wanted to create and manage your own Linux distribution, but lack the talent and skill necessary to do so, today is your lucky day. A new video game, titled Linux Tycoon, now ...

Hello I will soon receive a small Linux server with a bunch of preconfigured software. All OSS, for a certain task. We are a small startup and we know others like us that would benefit from the ...

How to choose a Linux distro for your old PC Looking to resurrect or transform a laptop or desktop? There are lots of versions of Linux to choose from, all of them free (and awesome).

One of Linux's strengths is the ease with which you can roll your own distro to scratch a niche itch. But sometimes those distributions fade away, as highlighted by CrunchBang's recent death.