kukibl wrote:
> I meant how light, fast and efficient can they be with default packages.

define "default packages"!

to begin with there are <on http://software.opensuse.org/> THREE
choices (32 bit, 64 bit and Power PC) then you can choose TWO disks
(CD and DVD)..

that give SIX "default packages"..

AND, if you select CD above, THEN you can choose between Gnome or
KDE4..giving, 3x2 more options..

BUT, if you select the DVD as your "default", THEN during install you
can select from Gnome, KDE3, KDE5, XFCE, Minimal X Window, Minimal
Server Selection, giving 3x6 options..

THEN, you can later in the install process you can add or delete the
pigs you wish..

the answer to your question depends on what you consider "default".

generally, they are faster, lighter and more efficient than sliced
bread....next question!

but, for a more definitive answer i'd suggest you install all the
possible defaults, measure the weight, speed and efficiency or each
and stuff the data into a OpenOffice.org Calc chart, complete with
colored graphs..

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brassy