The list of Operating Systems(distributions) by LINUX/GNU

• 1 Debian-based
  • 1.1 Knoppix-based
  • 1.2 Ubuntu-based
    • 1.2.1 Official distributions
    • 1.2.2 Contributed distributions
    • 1.2.3 Third-party distributions
• 2 Gentoo-based
• 3 Pacman-based
• 4 RPM-based
  • 4.1 Fedora-based
    • 4.1.1 Red Hat Enterprise Linux-based
  • 4.2 Mandriva Linux-based
    • 4.2.1 PCLinuxOS-based
• 5 Slackware-based
  • 5.1 Slax-based
• 6 Others

How to Download Ubuntu Linux For Free ?

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Capable computer
• Internet connection

1. 1
   
    
   Get Ubuntu Link
   Go to Ubuntu's Website at www.ubuntu.com. Click on the Get Ubuntu link.
   
2. 2
   
    
   Ubuntu Download Options
   After deciding if Ubuntu will work on your computer, decide which download to click on. Generally, home users will want the newest version available under Desktop Edition. Users setting up a home or office network may consider the Server Edition. Be sure to check the correct boxes for your processor type. Also, choose the download location geographically closest to you for the fastest download speed.
   
3. 3
   
    
   Release Notes Page
   Wait... The download is nearly 1 GB. It takes awhile. While downloading, find something else to do, like reading the release notes and information about installation.
   
4. 4
   
    
   Ubuntu Linux CD
   This is a bonus, as you have already downloaded Ubuntu. Burn it to a CD. The easiest way to install Ubuntu is to put it on a CD, and install from there. Ubuntu is free, so give copies to all of your friends.