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Meaning of distro-hopping | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2
/ˈdɪstɹəʊˌhɒpɪŋ/

Definitions

The process of frequently changing the operating system of one's computer to a different distribution of Linux.

uncountable

Examples

“After years of distro-hopping, I finally settled on Debian.”
“Choosing a distribution is a personal choice and most people find the one that's right for them by distro-hopping, the process of trying out different distributions, until, like Goldilocks, you find the one that's just right.”
“Distro-Hopping is a term that refers to the activity or hobby of Linux users to switch between distros frequently, exploring them and trying several distros out in an attempt to find the one that best suits their needs.”
“Distro-hopping is a time-honored pastime, where you download and try different Linux distributions.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

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