Why switch to Linux? More security, more privacy, and freedom from vendor lock-in. And these distributions are as simple to ...

Sparky Linux 8 also gives you plenty of browsers to pick from. I'd recommend it for both new and experienced users alike. Here's why.

Fedora is a fantastic, all-around Linux distribution, and it's my distro of choice for everything from ancient laptops to my ...

Arch Linux has earned the love of power users for its cutting-edge updates and minimal base, letting you build a personalized ...

Right off the bat, no, Linux Mint is not the most lightweight Linux distro you can install on an old computer. But if the original operating system on your device was Windows 7 or newer, then you ...

I've tried all the lightweight distros but in the end I've just gone back to using Debian. During the install select none of the software (not even "standard system").

Some Linux distros, particularly those built to be lightweight, can sometimes be used to get extra life out of an older computer — to the point that there are companies running TV commercials ...

SAN JOSE, CALIF. — Linux users and distributors were divided on the question of whether Linux distributions should become simpler or more complex during a panel discussion on the future of Linux ...

The newly named Azure Linux Container host is a barebone Linux distribution completely made in-house by Microsoft and is specialized for use on Azure. Key points are lightweight, secure, and reliable.