Two Linux experts choose the best distributions

One of the best things about Linux is the range of choices available when it comes to desktop distributions. But that same level of choice can also be a bit confusing to newcomers to Linux. It can be hard for them to sift through all of the different distributions to find the one that might work best for them.

Not to worry though if you're a newbie, Datamation has a helpful article that features two Linux experts who share their picks for best Linux distributions.

Matt Hartley lists his picks for Datamation:

It's been said that the single biggest challenge Linux presents to the newcomer isn't the new operating system, rather it's the flood of random choices to be made. There's desktop environments, the distro base, package management, you get the general idea. This article will serve as a guide for those looking to come to their own conclusion, by trying some of my best Linux distro recommendations. Keep in mind, the best Linux distro for one person might not be a match for you. So keep an open mind as we go through each option below. Ubuntu Linux Mint PCLinuxOS elementaryOS Puppy Linux SolydXK openSUSE Fedora Arch Debian More at Datamation

Datamation's other Linux expert Bruce Byfield has a slightly different take on the best distributions:

KaOS is a rolling Linux distribution that features the KDE desktop. The KaOS developers recently released an updated ISO image, and a writer at ZDNet has a first look at KaOS. If you're a fan of KDE, KaOS might be a good choice for you.

JA Watson reports for ZDNet: