Distribution

Distribution can mean:

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• In mathematics, there are several distinct concepts given the name of distribution:
• For generalized functions, see distribution (mathematics).
• In probability, see probability distribution.
• In Carnot-Carathéodory manifolds, see sub-Riemannian manifold.
• In physics, a distribution function, for example the Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution, describes the number of particles per unit volume in phase space.
• For business operations and logistics, see distribution (business).
• For the computer science concept, see distributed computing.
• For the meaning of distribution in the terminology of the Linux operating system, see Linux distribution.
• For electric power, see electricity distribution.
• For linguistics, see complementary distribution.