Linux Softwares to Lightweight Design

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CDemu

CDemu

Utility
CDemu is a software suite designed for Linux systems, enabling the emulation of optical drives and their corresponding media formats like CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs. It allows users to mount and access disk images without requiring physical drives.
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Open Source
Effectively emulates CD/DVD drives on Linux.
Lumina Desktop Environment

Lumina Desktop Environment

OS & Utilities Desktop Environment
Lumina Desktop Environment is a lightweight and highly customizable desktop environment focused on performance and user control. It's designed to be simple, efficient, and extensible through plugins, offering a seamless experience primarily on BSD operating systems but adaptable to others.
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Open Source
Extremely lightweight and resource-efficient.
Easy Youtube Video Downloader Express

Easy Youtube Video Downloader Express

Audio & Music Browser Extension
Easy YouTube Video Downloader Express is a versatile browser add-on designed to simplify the process of downloading YouTube videos and converting them to various formats, including MP3 and MP4. It integrates directly into your browser for convenient access.
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Freemium
Seamless integration with YouTube interface for easy access.
Fluxbox

Fluxbox

OS & Utilities Window Manager
Fluxbox is a highly configurable and lightweight stacking window manager for the X Window System, known for its minimal resource usage and flexible user interface.
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Open Source
Extremely lightweight and fast
Bluhell Firewall

Bluhell Firewall

Security & Privacy Browser Extension
Bluhell Firewall is a highly efficient and lightweight ad and tracker blocker designed as a browser extension for Firefox and Thunderbird. It prioritizes user privacy and browsing speed with minimal resource usage.
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Open Source
Extremely lightweight with minimal performance impact.
Shadowsocks

Shadowsocks

Development Proxy Software
Shadowsocks is an open-source, lightweight SOCKS5 proxy designed to bypass internet censorship. It provides a secure tunnel between your device and the internet, helping users access blocked content and surf anonymously by encrypting traffic and making it appear as regular HTTPS traffic.
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Open Source
Effective at bypassing sophisticated firewalls like the GFW.
PCMan File Manager

PCMan File Manager

File Management File Manager
PCMan File Manager is a highly regarded, lightweight file manager designed for speed and efficiency. It is the default file manager for the LXDE desktop environment and offers a clean interface and essential file management functionalities with low resource consumption.
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Open Source
Extremely fast and responsive.
Enlightenment

Enlightenment

OS & Utilities Window Manager
Enlightenment is a highly customizable and lightweight window manager and desktop environment. It's known for its performance efficiency and aesthetic flexibility, offering a modular platform for users seeking a departure from traditional desktop experiences.
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Open Source
Extremely lightweight and performant, suitable for older har...
LXQt

LXQt

OS & Utilities Desktop Environment
LXQt is a free and open-source lightweight desktop environment for Linux and BSD systems, designed for speed, efficiency, and customization. It is built from the foundation of LXDE and Razor-qt, combining the best of both worlds to provide a modern yet resource-friendly user experience.
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Open Source
Extremely lightweight and resource-efficient
gmusicbrowser

gmusicbrowser

Audio & Music Desktop Application
gmusicbrowser is a highly customizable, open-source music player and library manager designed for users with large audio collections. It offers a range of advanced features including intelligent playlists, flexible tagging, and extensive interface customization, making it a powerful alternative to mainstream music players.
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Open Source
Extensive customization options for interface and functional...
MiniDLNA

MiniDLNA

Network & Admin Media Server
MiniDLNA, now ReadyMedia, is a lightweight and simple media server designed for full compliance with DLNA/UPnP-AV clients. It allows streaming multimedia content stored on your network to compatible devices such as smart TVs, game consoles, and mobile devices.
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Open Source
Extremely lightweight and low resource usage.
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