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    Linux Installation Size

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by ZaZ, Dec 12, 2010.

  1. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I'm looking for a small SSD to install Linux on, probably either Ubuntu or Mint. I'm wondering how big the installation size is? If I can get buy with a 8GB or 16GB, that'd save some money and I don't need much space. Thanks for any help.
     
    ZaZ, Dec 12, 2010
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    talin Notebook Prophet

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    I know Ubuntu 10.04 uses about 2.3GB, I can't remember how much it allocates for the swap file though.
     
    talin, Dec 12, 2010
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    The official system requirements for Ubuntu state 5GB for the OS, but I'm pretty sure it's not that much in reality for a base install.

    The release announcement on the Linux Mint Blog says 4GB for Mint 10 Julia
     
    ALLurGroceries, Dec 12, 2010
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    ZaZ: 8GB should be plenty for a usable Linux footprint on disk. A complete Ubuntu 10.10 install, with apps and all, occupies less than 3GB! :)
     
    Kaso, Dec 12, 2010
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    It looks like the 16GB will have to do. I need the install and my Mp3s, which are about 4GB. Thanks for the replies.
     
    ZaZ, Dec 12, 2010
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