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| # Debian GNU/Linux | # Debian GNU/Linux |
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| **Debian** is a free, stable operating system built and maintained by volunteers. It emphasizes stability, reliability, and open-source principles. Debian is the foundation for many Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Proxmox, etc.) and runs everywhere from embedded systems to supercomputers. | **Debian GNU/Linux** is a free, stable operating system built and maintained by volunteers. It emphasizes stability, reliability, and open-source principles. Debian is the foundation for many Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Proxmox, etc.) and runs everywhere from embedded systems to supercomputers. |
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| On a minimal Debian installation, you get a clean system with apt (package manager), systemd (init system), and a shell. Everything else is installed as needed. Debian prioritizes stability over having the latest versions—packages are tested before release and security updates are provided for years. | On a minimal Debian installation, you get a clean system with apt (package manager), systemd (init system), and a shell. Everything else is installed as needed. Debian prioritizes stability over having the latest versions—packages are tested before release and security updates are provided for years. |
