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Alpine Linux vs Ubuntu Server

A side-by-side look at Alpine Linux and Ubuntu Server. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Alpine Linux

Alpine Linux

Os & Utilities

Alpine Linux is a lightweight Linux distribution based on musl libc and BusyBox. It is designed to be small, simple and secure. Alpine uses OpenRC for init and is focused on security and resource efficiency.

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Ubuntu Server

Ubuntu Server

Os & Utilities

Ubuntu Server is a free, open source operating system based on Linux, designed for servers, the cloud and large-scale deployments. It has a strong community and large ecosystem of compatible software and tools.

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