New to Linux

[Andrew Konosky]

Hi,

I am still fairly new to Linux. I was running RH8.0, then I downloaded 
and upgraded to RH9.1, but I really haven't gotten into learning Linux 
much until now. Since RH has gone commercial, I am looking to switch to 
a different free distribution of Linux. I was looking into Suse 9.1, but 
then I came across Fedora.

What are the major differences between the two distributions as far as 
compatibility with certain programs? I know Suse uses KDE, where I use 
Gnome in RedHat, but I can download Gnome for Suse if I want. I see 
Fedora has 4 install CDs, where Redhat has 3 and Suse only has one. I 
guess this means I am getting a lot more features? Does Fedora have an 
auto update program like the RedHat Network that used to be free?

Thanks,
Andrew