Which Linux distribution is more suitable for the Node.js web server

I create a web server with Node.js. I'm using the Express framework. The database is MongoDB.

I want to host web server on a Linux machine. I don't know how to make the decision between the different Linux distributions, such as Debian, Unbuntu or RedHat.

My questions are:

  1. What is the main difference of the different distributions?
  2. Which factors should I take into account?
  3. Which one is better for my requirement?

What is the main difference of the different distributions?

  • Nothing. (As long as running node.js is the only concern)

Which factors should I take into account?

  • Whether any unresolved issues are yet to be addressed by node.js.

Which one is better for my requirement?

  • I would consider Ubuntu, as it's popular & bugs are addressed faster due to shorter release cycle.

I'm using it in Debian. Rock solid!

In your case it also complies with the clever tip that Joachim Isaksson gave you - use whatever you're familiar with.