Alpine Linux vs Debian : Which is Better?

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Alpine Linux

Alpine Linux is a Linux distribution based on musl and BusyBox, primarily designed for "power users who appreciate security, simplicity and resource efficiency".

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux

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Debian

Debian is the open source and free Linux based operating system. Developed by The Debian Project

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux BSD Self-Hosted

Alpine Linux VS Debian Feature comparision

Feature Alpine Linux Debian
Lightweight
Operating system
Security focused
Anonymity
Privacy focused
Security & Privacy
Booting from USB
Container virtualization
Domain isolation
Based on Debian
Desktop Environment
Rolling release
Minimalistic
Built-in File Manager
Ad-free
Built-in code editor
File management
Built-in VPN
Linux
Customizable
Flexible and powerful
Low memory usage
Package Control
Package Manager
Scientific Calculator
Stability
Transmission bitTorrent client
UI customization
OTA Updates
Windows-like
Out Of The Box
Arch User Repository
Based on Arch Linux
ARM support
Adware
An in-built GUI
Onedrive integration
Key rebinding
Linux-based
Multiple languages
macOS-like
Flatpak
App center
Unix-like
Apps with Chromecast Support
Consistent UI
Windows XP Compatibility
Run Windows software
Nt kernel
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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