linux distributions to use

[k0r54]

Hi,

I am actually trying to set up a vm environment but server 1.0.2 needs a host. I dont want to use windows because the resources it consumes. But what version of linux would you recommend to use that is low on resources. I dont mind it being pure command line as I know the basics but if there was a tut available it would make it much easier.

any tips are welcome.

Thanks
Adam

[harner]

Do a search for distros on this forum, there should be tons of threads similar to this. I'd recommend CentOS or Ubuntu Server.

[carlosponti]

the other versions of vmware have their own host built in based on Linux you would be better off using.

[k0r54]

Hi,

Thanks, im actually looking for the free version of server just for a test but I have installed debian core system with the web server add-ons.

Seems pretty good! and doesn't look like it has put much on there.

Are there any major differences in ubuntu or centos5.

Thanks
k0r54

[techieMoe]

Hi,

I am actually trying to set up a vm environment but server 1.0.2 needs a host. I dont want to use windows because the resources it consumes. But what version of linux would you recommend to use that is low on resources.

My suggestions:

http://www.linuxforums.org/forum/lin...e-posting.html

See the "What about old computers?" section. It talks about some popular small-footprint distributions.