Debian vs Ubuntu: A Detailed Comparison
Debian and Ubuntu are two of the most popular Linux distros. They both have similarities and differences that we’ll compare in this article. They are used for different purposes, for different use cases, and by different users. We’ll explore everything and help you learn everything you need to know about Debian vs Ubuntu.
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Arguably the most important difference for every desktop Linux distro is the desktop environment (DE) itself. It’s what everyone first sees when they start using a distro. Both distros support all Linux desktop environments, and you can install any DE on any distro you want. Related to the desktop environment is also the Window Manager, which is what makes the GUIs of the distros different.
Both Debian and Ubuntu use the GNOME desktop environment by default. However, Debian makes it super easy to use another DE. You just have to select what DE you want to use during the Debian installation. Ubuntu uses GNOME and that’s the only option, you can’t choose a DE during the installation. Even when both Ubuntu and Debian use GNOME, the DEs are customized, along with their themes, colors, and pre-installed apps, which is what makes them look different.