Whether you opt for bare metal servers or virtual machines, you'll need a rock-solid distro. These are my four go-to favorites.
The "Linux vs. Windows" argument is just ridiculous.
Neither point-and-click simple like Mint nor grueling like Gentoo, NuTyx delivers the sweet spot for anyone who wants a better understanding of Linux systems.
This distro is sleek, easy to use, and has built-in support for Windows apps.