Ubuntu vs. Debian: 7 key differences help determine which distro is right for you

ZDNET Debian is unofficially called "The mother of all distributions." This is partly because Ubuntu is based on Debian and so many distributions are based on Ubuntu. For example, Ubuntu Budgie is based on Ubuntu, which is based on Debian. But just because Ubuntu is based on Debian, it doesn't mean the two are identical. They aren't. In some cases, the differences are obvious; but there are subtle differences you might not know about. Also: I've used Linux for 30 years. Here are 5 reasons why I'll never switch to Windows or MacOS Let's examine the key differences that separate the mother of all distributions from her most important child. Understanding these differences can also help you determine which distro is right for you and your needs. 1. Development philosophy Debian is community-driven and focuses on stability, reliability, and the principles of open-source. Debian ships with all open-source software and has a much slower release cycle. Ubuntu is developed by Canonical ... Read full article.