Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

distro

noun

/ˈdɪstroʊ/

Definition

A distribution, often referring to a software package or collection.

Examples

He installed a new Linux distro on his laptop.
There are many different distros available, each designed for various computing needs.
Ubuntu is one of the most popular Linux distros.

Meaning

Typically used in the context of Linux, ‘distro’ denotes a version or distribution of the operating system that includes the Linux kernel and usually a variety of software to create a complete system.