a somewhat off-topic question about linux

[John Salerno]

I'm interested in trying out Linux, probably Ubuntu, but I was wondering 
which distribution you guys like to use (because it's a pain trying to 
decide!) and you guys are smart.

And to keep it Python related, I'll also ask, is there anything special 
I need to know about using Python on Linux? Do any things change, or can 
it be used just as I use it on Windows?

Thanks!