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	Ubuntu The most popular Linux desktop.	Linux Mint Linux that just works, familiar from day one.	Fedora Leading-edge Linux, done right.
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Pricing	Free	Free	Free
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Category	Linux	Linux	Linux
Key features	LTS releases with 5-year support Massive package availability Strong hardware certification	Cinnamon desktop Update manager with safeguards Multimedia codecs included	Cutting-edge yet stable releases Vanilla GNOME experience Atomic desktop variants
Pros	Most tutorials target Ubuntu Reliable for desktop and server	Gentlest landing for switchers Stays out of your way	Fresh packages without chaos Excellent developer workstation
Cons	Snap packaging divides opinion Canonical's directions spark debate	Conservative package versions Less ideal for servers	Short 13-month release support Media codecs need RPM Fusion
	Visit ubuntu.com	Visit linuxmint.com	Visit fedoraproject.org

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