What's a minimal install for Linux? 6 reasons it can come in handy

If you've ever installed Linux and noticed the distribution offers a "minimal" install, you've probably wondered, "Why bother?" Well, there are reasons those tiny options are available.
InfoWorld

Should beginners install Kali Linux on their computers?

Also in today's open source roundup: Black Lab Linux 7.6 released, and the meaning of Bash on Microsoft's Windows operating system Kali Linux is bird of a slightly different feather, in terms of Linux ...

I tried Zenclora, a hyper-fast Linux distro with no bloat - and one truly standout feature

I tried Zenclora, a hyper-fast Linux distro with no bloat - and one truly standout feature ...
Computerworld

The best five books for Linux beginners

In a recent story, I wrote about the best three ways to pick up desktop Linux. These are: buying a PC with pre-installed Linux; Live Linux CD/USB-sticks; and installing an easy-to-use Linux ...