If you are considering putting Linux on PS3, you will need to take the time to consider which steps are involved. First you will need to determine the version of Linux that you want to put on the game console, because you will have a few different choices. Although one of the most user-friendly and intuitive versions is Ubuntu, Sony suggests that you use the Yellow Dog version because it is one of the easiest to install. When it comes to putting Linux on PS3, you will want to make as little work for yourself as possible. Before you decide to put it on, you will also need to realize that you will have to clear out all of the data that you have saved with each game and back it up first or else you will lose everything.
The formatting process of the PS3 when putting this OS on will take a while, so you should make sure to get ready to be patient and wait while it finishes up this step. After the formatting is complete, you will want to go into the system options that choose "Default OS>Linux", so it will be set to boot up in this OS every time you turn it on. From this point on you will be able to use your PS3 with Linux on it. For a lot of people it is preferable because it is simply what they are used to. If you are tired of using the standard software which comes with the PS3, then it is probably a good idea to install Linux on there so you won't have to deal with the default operating system.