Finlinux

Finlinux, also known as Fin Linux or Financial Linux, is an open source server oriented distribution of Linux capable of executing orders and managing financial risks. It is engineered as a financial trading server and client solution based on the Linux kernel and Debian GNU/Linux operating system.

Available as an installable only CD image

The distribution is available for download on Softoware as an installable only CD ISO image that runs well on both 32-bit and 64-bit hardware platforms. Keep in mind that you must write the ISO image to a CD disc or USB flash drive of 1GB or higher capacity in order to boot it from the BIOS of a PC.

Boot options

When booting the operating system, you will be prompted by a boot menu that allows you to start the graphical or text-mode installers, as well as to access various advanced boot options, such as expert installation, rescue mode, automated installation, graphical expert installation, graphical rescue mode or graphical automated installation.

Debian-style graphical installer

The Debian-style graphical installer requires the user to select a language, location and keyboard layout, load installer components, set up users and passwords, configure the clock, partition the disk, configure the package manager, as well as to install the bootloader.

Bottom line

Summing up, Finlinux is a good operating system that should be used by people who are looking for a stable, reliable and Debian-based financial trading server and client solution that can be installed on a wide range of computer platforms with minimal effort.