What is the most basic linux operating system?

Question by CONTE: What is the most basic linux operating system?
What linux distro is the most basic?

I am looking for an operating system that includes:

-command line
-no splash screen when booted
-nothing else.


Best answer:
Answer by CygnosisThere's no one answer to this question. There are many small Linux distributions. Take your pick.

There's one called Tiny Linux which is pretty small (~7mb).
http://tinylinux.sourceforge.net/
SmallLinux may fit your bill.

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