Stay in control of your OS... Portage.
What is Gentoo?
Gentoo Linux is a source-based distribution that can be optimized and customized for just about any application or need. Perhaps Gentoo's most striking feature is its package management. Gentoo uses a system called Portage, which enables relatively painless package installation from source code.
Portage is quite similar to the ports system of FreeBSD. When installing a package, the system downloads the source code from the Internet, compiles it, and installs it. Extreme customization to applications is relatively trivial with adequate knowledge in modifying or patching source code. Additionally, the ability to choose from several releases/versions of a package exists, including bleeding-edge.
In general, it is considered a distribution for seasoned Linux users, but because of the abundance of excellent documentation, including VPS/Vserver specific information, it can be tamed by novices as well. Gentoo is the distribution of choice at LYLIX.NET. We use gentoo for all of our mission critical servers, VPS/Vserver hosts, and even our own workstations.
Gentoo is an excellent choice for software developers and hosting resellers looking for flexibilty and a high level of customization.
Gentoo VPS Hosting
Based on the Gentoo 2007.0 release, the base system includes the Portage package management system and is ready for installation of the applications you want. You also have the option of selecting certain pre-installed applications during the ordering process if you prefer not to self-install.
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