Which distro?

[b34st]

I have tried slackware in the past but never ran linux as a main operating system. I am wanting to run a linux os as my main os on my new rig but I have a couple of questions.

How much RAM does linux support? I hear that xp supports 2gb of ram, vista supports 4gb and windows 7 supports 8gb. is this the same for linux? if so which distro would i need to run 6gb?

Has linux improved compatibility wise? last time I ran a linux os it was hard/impossible to get some games/applications/drivers to work. I will be using the pc mainly for gaming and web development.

Which distro would be best suited to my needs?

 

[b34st]

Ah thanks for clearing up my RAM query. I have got a copy of windows 7 so it wouldnt of been a problem anyway I just didnt know if linux was any different but apparently they both are.

The only windows apps or .exe I will want to run are games but from your comments I guess I will still need windows for this?

 

[b34st]

Well from your comments it sounds like I do need to keep windows meaning if I wanted to use linux aswell I would have to use dual boot? Is there any point in this? Y keep switching?