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+ <sect1 id="what-is-debian-linux">
+ <title>What is &debian;?</title>
+<para>
+
+The combination of Debian's philosophy and methodology and the GNU
+tools, the Linux kernel, and other important free software, form a
+unique software distribution called &debian;. This
+distribution is made up of a large number of software
+<emphasis>packages</emphasis>.  Each package in the distribution
+contains executables, scripts, documentation, and configuration
+information, and has a <emphasis>maintainer</emphasis> who is
+primarily responsible for keeping the package up-to-date, tracking bug
+reports, and communicating with the upstream author(s) of the packaged
+software. Our extremely large user base, combined with our bug
+tracking system ensures that problems are found and fixed quickly.
+
+</para><para>
+
+Debian's attention to detail allows us to produce a high-quality,
+stable, and scalable distribution.  Installations can be easily
+configured to serve many roles, from stripped-down firewalls to
+desktop scientific workstations to high-end network servers.
+
+</para><para>
+
+Debian is especially popular among advanced users because of its
+technical excellence and its deep commitment to the needs and
+expectations of the Linux community. Debian also introduced many
+features to Linux that are now commonplace.
+
+</para><para>
+
+For example, Debian was the first Linux distribution to include a
+package management system for easy installation and removal of
+software. It was also the first Linux distribution that could be
+upgraded without requiring reinstallation.
+
+</para><para>
+
+Debian continues to be a leader in Linux development. Its development
+process is an example of just how well the Open Source development
+model can work &mdash; even for very complex tasks such as building and
+maintaining a complete operating system.
+
+</para><para>
+
+The feature that most distinguishes Debian from other Linux
+distributions is its package management system.  These tools give the
+administrator of a Debian system complete control over the packages
+installed on that system, including the ability to install a single
+package or automatically update the entire operating system.
+Individual packages can also be protected from being updated.  You can
+even tell the package management system about software you have
+compiled yourself and what dependencies it fulfills.
+
+</para><para>
+
+To protect your system against <quote>Trojan horses</quote> and other malevolent
+software, Debian's servers verify that uploaded packages come from
+their registered Debian maintainers.  Debian packagers also take great
+care to configure their packages in a secure manner.  When security
+problems in shipped packages do appear, fixes are usually available
+very quickly.  With Debian's simple update options, security fixes can
+be downloaded and installed automatically across the Internet.
+
+</para><para>
+
+The primary, and best, method of getting support for your &debian;
+system and communicating with Debian Developers is through
+the many mailing lists maintained by the Debian Project (there are
+more than &num-of-debian-maillists; at this writing).  The easiest
+way to subscribe to one or more of these lists is visit
+<ulink url="&url-debian-lists-subscribe;">
+Debian's mailing list subscription page</ulink> and fill out the form
+you'll find there.
+
+</para>
+
+ </sect1>