This question tests your ability to discuss topics around Linux and to perform basic research. Imagine you have a spare

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This question tests your ability to discuss topics around Linux
and to perform basic research. Imagine you have a spare desktop
computer at home that you want to use as a general-purpose computer
using a Linux distribution. a.Identify three different
general-purpose desktop Linux distributions. For each distribution,
discuss two key features. Make a justified recommendation as to
which distribution you should install, giving a brief reason for
your choice. (11 marks) b.Outline two ways of testing the
distribution you have selected without installing it as your main
operating system. State one benefit and one drawback of each way of
testing that you have outlined. Make a justified recommendation as
to which mechanism you should use, giving a brief reason for your
choice. (14 marks) You should write no more than 500 words,
excluding references, for the whole of Question 3. This word limit
is an indication of how much detail you should provide. To answer
this question, you will need to find additional information from
the Internet. Give full references to the sources you use,
including any module materials and external sources. Make sure you
cite those references where appropriate in your answer. Use the
Cite Them Right Harvard style for your reference list, and follow
the guidance at Referencing and plagiarism. (2 marks) Marks will
also be allocated for the overall quality of your writing in this
question (including clarity, structure, spelling, punctuation and
grammar)