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Damn Small Linux

Damn Small Linux

Open Source

Damn Small Linux (DSL) was an incredibly compact and versatile Linux distribution, designed to run efficiently on older hardware with limited resources. Weighing in at approximately 50 MB, it offered a complete desktop environment and a suite of essential applications, making it ideal for revitalization of legacy systems, rescue operations, or simply for users seeking an extremely lightweight and portable operating system.

Extremely lightweight, runs on very old hardware.
Lightweight
OS & Utilities
NixOS

NixOS

Open Source

NixOS is a Linux distribution built around the powerful and declarative Nix package manager. It emphasizes reliability and reproducibility through a purely functional configuration model, ensuring consistent behavior across different systems.

Exceptional system stability and reliability
Configurable
OS & Utilities
KDE neon

KDE neon

Open Source

KDE neon is a cutting-edge software distribution that pairs the latest KDE Plasma desktop and applications with a stable Ubuntu Linux base. It provides users with a vibrant, modern, and highly customizable computing experience, focusing on bringing the newest contributions from the KDE community directly to the user.

Provides the very latest KDE Plasma and applications.
Community based
OS & Utilities
Endian Firewall Community

Endian Firewall Community is a powerful, open-source Unified Threat Management (UTM) solution designed to provide comprehensive network security. It integrates firewall, gateway, VPN, web security, and email security features into a single, easy-to-manage appliance.

Comprehensive UTM features in a single appliance.
Gateway
Network & Admin Security & Privacy System & Hardware
BackBox Linux

BackBox Linux

Open Source

BackBox Linux is a community-driven Linux distribution based on Ubuntu, specifically designed for penetration testing and security assessments. It provides a comprehensive set of security and analysis tools within a fast, lightweight, and well-documented environment.

Lightweight and fast performance.
Penetration Testing
OS & Utilities
GNU Parted

GNU Parted

Open Source

GNU Parted is a command-line partition editor that allows users to create, delete, resize, copy, and check partitions on a wide variety of storage devices. It provides powerful and flexible tools for managing disk layouts.

Powerful command-line interface for precise control and scripting.
Optimized for Windows
OS & Utilities
Citrix XenServer

Citrix XenServer

Open Source

Citrix XenServer is a powerful, open-source virtualization platform designed for managing virtualized server infrastructures. It provides robust features for creating, deploying, and managing virtual machines and containers, making it a popular choice for data centers and cloud environments. XenServer offers high availability, live migration capabilities, and integration with various storage and networking solutions.

Strong performance due to bare-metal architecture.
Hypervisor
Network & Admin
Solus

Solus

Open Source

Solus is an independently developed Linux operating system built from scratch, designed for modern home computing. It offers a curated desktop experience with a focus on usability, performance, and reliability. Solus aims to provide a seamless out-of-the-box experience for users of all skill levels.

Modern and user-friendly Budgie desktop environment.
Lightweight
OS & Utilities
xPud

xPud

Open Source

xPud is an extremely lightweight and fast LiveCD/LiveUSB distribution based on Ubuntu Linux. Designed for minimal resource usage and rapid boot times, it provides a portable and web-centric computing environment ideal for older hardware, kiosks, and users prioritizing speed and simplicity. Its small size makes it an excellent choice for quick web browsing, multimedia playback, and basic computing tasks directly from removable media.

Extremely fast boot times
Lightweight
OS & Utilities Video & Movies
Tizen OS

Tizen OS

Open Source

Tizen OS is an open-source, Linux-based operating system designed to power a wide range of devices. Developed by a collaborative effort led by Samsung, it offers a lightweight and versatile platform for smartphones, smart TVs, wearables, and more, with a focus on web technologies and a flexible architecture.

Lightweight architecture suitable for diverse hardware.
Lightweight
Boot Repair Disk

Boot Repair Disk

Open Source

Boot-Repair-Disk is a specialized, open-source Linux distribution designed as a bootable media to automatically detect and repair common boot issues on various operating systems, primarily targeting Windows. It simplifies complex boot problems into a user-friendly interface.

Automated repair simplifies complex boot issues.
Standalone
Security & Privacy
Ubuntu Server

Ubuntu Server

Open Source

Ubuntu Server is a robust and scalable open-source operating system specifically designed for server environments. It provides a stable and secure foundation for a wide range of applications, from cloud deployments and data centers to enterprise infrastructure and development platforms.

Excellent stability and reliability for server workloads.
ARM support
Antergos

Antergos

Open Source

Antergos was a user-friendly Linux distribution based on Arch Linux, designed to make the power and flexibility of Arch accessible to a broader audience. It offered a simple graphical installer and a choice of popular desktop environments, including GNOME, Cinnamon, MATE, KDE Plasma, and Xfce, aiming for a smooth out-of-the-box experience with the benefits of a rolling release model.

Easier installation compared to vanilla Arch Linux.
Based on Arch Linux
OS & Utilities
Slax

Slax

Open Source

Slax is a remarkably lightweight and modular Live Linux distribution designed for portability. It runs directly from a USB drive or CD without requiring installation, making it ideal for rescue tasks, temporary workstations, or running on older hardware. Its building block approach allows users to easily customize its features.

Extremely portable, runs from USB/CD without installation.
Lightweight
OS & Utilities
Edubuntu

Edubuntu

Open Source

Edubuntu is a free and open-source operating system derivative of Ubuntu, specifically tailored for educational environments. It provides a robust and stable platform with a wide array of pre-installed educational software, making it an ideal solution for schools, classrooms, and homeschooling.

Pre-loaded with extensive educational software.
Education
Education & Reference OS & Utilities
Ubuntu GNOME

Ubuntu GNOME

Open Source

Ubuntu GNOME is a free and open-source Linux distribution that combines the stability and widespread adoption of Ubuntu with the elegant and modern GNOME desktop environment. It offers a user-friendly experience right out of the box, making it a popular choice for both newcomers and experienced Linux users.

Stable and reliable base
Operating system
OS & Utilities
SliTaz

SliTaz

Open Source

SliTaz GNU/Linux is an extraordinarily compact and fast GNU/Linux distribution, ideal for low-resource machines, older computers, and embedded systems. It's known for its tiny footprint, rapid boot times, and ability to run entirely from RAM, making it a superb Live CD/USB option.

Extremely fast booting and performance, even on older hardware.
Lightweight
OS & Utilities
Zentyal

Zentyal

Open Source

Zentyal is a comprehensive open source server solution based on Ubuntu, providing critical network services such as email, groupware, file sharing, and network infrastructure roles like directory services and gateway functions, all managed through an intuitive web interface.

Unified platform simplifies IT infrastructure managing multiple services from on...
File sharing
Office & Productivity Online Services OS & Utilities
Bodhi Linux

Bodhi Linux

Open Source

Bodhi Linux is a feather-light Linux distribution built on Ubuntu, distinguished by its utilization of the unique Moksha Desktop Environment. It's specifically designed for users seeking high performance on older or resource-constrained hardware, offering a minimalist yet highly customizable experience.

Excellent performance on older and low-end hardware
Lightweight
OS & Utilities
Replicant

Replicant

Open Source

Replicant is a free and open-source mobile operating system based on Android, dedicated to replacing proprietary components with free software for enhanced privacy and security.

Strictly free and open-source software
Mobile OS
OS & Utilities
Slackware

Slackware

Open Source

Slackware is a veteran Linux distribution renowned for its simplicity and stability, adhering closely to the Unix philosophy. It's designed for users who prefer a hands-on approach and deep understanding of their system.

Extremely stable and reliable.
Lightweight
OS & Utilities
KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine)

KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) is a powerful, integrated virtualization solution for Linux, turning the kernel into a hypervisor. It enables running multiple virtual machines with unmodified Linux or Windows guest operating systems, leveraging standard Linux scheduling and memory management.

Excellent performance due to kernel integration and hardware acceleration.
Emulation
Network & Admin OS & Utilities
Raspbian

Raspbian

Open Source

Raspbian, now officially Raspberry Pi OS, is a free operating system based on Debian, optimized for the Raspberry Pi hardware. It provides a stable and user-friendly environment for a variety of tasks, from programming and education to media consumption and server hosting.

Designed and optimized specifically for Raspberry Pi hardware.
Based on Debian
OS & Utilities
Xen

Xen

Open Source

Xen Project is a widely adopted open-source hypervisor known for its performance and robust security features. Utilizing a microkernel design, it enables multiple operating systems to run concurrently on the same hardware, making it ideal for cloud computing and server virtualization.

High performance through paravirtualization.
Hypervisor
Network & Admin
Puppy Linux

Puppy Linux

Open Source

Puppy Linux is a family of lightweight Linux distributions designed for speed, efficiency, and ease of use. It can boot from various media and run entirely in RAM, making it incredibly fast and suitable for older hardware or as a portable operating system.

Extremely fast and responsive, especially when running from RAM.
Lightweight
OS & Utilities
Tails

Tails

Open Source

Tails is a portable operating system designed to preserve your privacy and anonymity. It starts from a USB drive or DVD on almost any computer and routes all internet traffic through the Tor network. Tails includes a suite of privacy-enhancing tools pre-configured for secure communication and data handling.

Strong focus on anonymity and privacy through forced Tor routing.
Anonymity
OS & Utilities Security & Privacy
CentOS

CentOS

Open Source

CentOS is an open-source operating system derived from the source code of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). It provides a stable, enterprise-class platform for servers and workstations, supported by a vibrant community.

High stability and reliability
Operating system
OS & Utilities
Sailfish OS

Sailfish OS

Open Source

Sailfish OS is a privacy-focused, minimalistic mobile operating system built on a Linux kernel, Mer core, and a proprietary or open-source UI. It offers a unique gesture-driven interface and supports basic Android application compatibility on some devices, prioritizing user control and privacy over extensive app ecosystem.

Strong focus on user privacy and data control.
Minimalistic
OS & Utilities
Chromium OS

Chromium OS

Open Source

Chromium OS is the open-source foundation powering Chrome OS. It's a Linux-based operating system centered around the Chromium browser, designed for speed, simplicity, and web-centric computing, relying heavily on web applications for functionality.

Open-source and transparent
Auto Updates
OS & Utilities
SteamOS

SteamOS

Open Source

SteamOS is a specialized, gaming-centric Linux operating system developed by Valve Corporation. Primarily built on Debian, with variants leveraging Arch Linux, it's designed to deliver a streamlined, console-like gaming experience on PC hardware, making the living room a viable gaming space.

Excellent console-like user interface optimized for controllers and TVs.
Based on Debian
Games OS & Utilities
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