Linux server OS

[codeking]

Whats a good OS for a linux server? Is Ubuntu Server any good?

[LaRoza]

Yes, Ubuntu server is good (this forum uses it).

If you know Ubuntu, you'll find Debian familiar, and Debian might be better suited.

[lykwydchykyn]

That depends entirely on your definition of "good" and "server".

[Sorivenul]

That depends entirely on your definition of "good" and "server".

+1

Debian can do "server" well. When it comes to my personal preference, though, FreeBSD gets all my server votes.

What type of "server" do you want to set up?

[codeking]

Well I have no specific use for it now, but I'm a web developer and figured it would be handy if I know a thing or two about hosting the website yourself - in case some of my clients are interested. A potential client of mine could have use for a shared server. (They provide websites for local businesses)

[mikjp]

Any mainstream Linux would be good server. Ubuntu, Debian, Slackware, openSUSE, Centos... Centos might be a good choice as it will be supported for an extended period. It depend on you: are you going to update the system every year, or are you going to use the same server for five years?