Least Intensive Linux Distribution and best for a server

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KM199

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Hi everyone, I was wondering what the least intensive linux distribution would be that is able to stay on for weeks at a time. I have a raspberry pi running the default os but I am thinking about changing it because it doesn't stay on for more than a few days.
 
eclisseweb

eclisseweb

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The system that you choose depends from the software that you would to install. Some programs are written for Ubuntu server, others only for centos.
I've noticed that there's too much programs for ubuntu, expecially for the 64bit version. If you choose vps you can try differents installs.
 
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furukawa

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I will think about separating hardware from Linux distributions.
I choose a Linux distribution that has fewer processes and no hardware overhead.
Next, I will consider preventing stable power supply, noise intrusion.
Raspberry pi is suitable for use in the classroom. However, there are places weak. For example, a factory.
- Power supply is unstable
- Easy to enter noise
- Dust etc.
 
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sxiii

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Recently I found nice distro for ARM-based devices which supports quite large variety of them: armbian. However, armbian doesen't support RPi for few reasons (already a lot of distros, partially closed architecture etc. etc.). If you still like to go on with RPi itself; you could look at this article stating 11 OSes for RPi specially.
 
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sxiii

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http://dietpi.com/[/quote]

Never heard of Dietpi! Thanks for the suggestion, glad that I started to find useful stuff on this forum. Will try this on my Pi's! Wierd website & logo design of the Dietpi project, but it really isn't critial (=
 
c0nvct

c0nvct

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I don't know which Pi you're using, I've for the Pi 3 and to be fair it runs great. I'm happy using the command line an so don't have the bloat of a GUI. Let us know how you get on with Diet Pi should you choose to use it, its always good to hear of experiences.

Good luck
 
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electrocute

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if using pi for automating things then choosing of server may need some research. because encrypted communication needed to control GPIO pins and also raspbian stretch is good for local server.
 
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Drcool

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A free VPS here might help you test some Distros from Distrowatch that you might not have heard of before.

Could there be an issue with the RaspberryPi hardware causing it to turn off?

Good luck, hope whatever you do works well for you.
 
Genesis

Genesis

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Drcool said:
A free VPS here might help you test some Distros from Distrowatch that you might not have heard of before.
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Gigarocket prefers you to keep with the distros that are standard though and are listed in the Virtualizor panel that comes with the free VPS.

I've just had a situation at another free host where someone tried to upgrade a standard Distro - Ubuntu - to an up to date Ubuntu from the command line and failed. You'll probably find the same with distros at Gigarocket that aren't in the list of distros that are offered in Virtualizor panel. For good reason.

I notice you favour Debian though. So if you are successful with an application here, you'll be able to load Debian.
 
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