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Rescatux
Easy to use Repair distribution for both Gnu/Linux and Windows systems
Rescatux is a GNU/Linux repair cd (and eventually also Windows) but it is not like other rescue disks. Rescatux comes with Rescapp. Rescapp is a nice wizard that will guide you through your rescue and repair tasks. When the wizard is not able to solve your problem you can also enjoy of Rescatux unique support features: * Chat: Open the chat for asking help directly in Rescatux channel. * Share log: After running an option you can share its log (the action registry that it has done) so that in the chat they can help you better. O better, even, you can help debug and fix Rescatux bugs on the fly. * Share log on forum: Prepares a forum post alike text so that you can just copy and paste it in your favourite forum. Logs are nicely inserted into it with [CODE] symbols. * Boot Info Script: Run Boot Info Script option to share your computer configuration (specially boot one). -
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Nitrux
A Linux system for modern computers on an immutable foundation.
A Linux system for modern computers on an immutable foundation. Powered by OpenRC, MauiKit, NX AppHub, and Hyprland. -
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RebornOS
Made For You - Made With You
RebornOS is an Arch Linux based distribution whose goal is to make Arch Linux more approachable to beginners. We stick close to Arch Linux, offer choices without much bloat, and we provide quite a bit more support and handholding than typical distributions so that beginners don't feel overwhelmed. -
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Penguins' eggs
On the road of Remastersys, Refracta, Systemback and father Knoppix!
penguins-eggs is a console tool, under continuous development, that allows you to remaster your system and redistribute it as live images on usb sticks or via PXE, work on amd64, i386 and ARM64. -
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Window Maker Live
Window Maker Live Linux Distribution
Window Maker Live is an installable Linux Live ISO based on the current Trixie branch of Debian. The system uses the Window Maker window manager as the default graphical user interface. Window Maker Live's components have been carefully preconfigured and the desktop environment has a consistent visual appearance. Window Maker Live integrates selected components from other desktop environments such as XFCE4, MATE, LXQT, with a particular focus on GNUstep. The main idea behind this project is to integrate the Window Maker window manager as default user interface on top of a standard Debian/Trixie base system. It also serves as an alternate installation medium for Debian/Trixie. The second main idea not directly visible on the surface level is the inclusion of many useful command line utilities and tools for system administration. This effectively turns wmlive into a UNIX administrator's workbench for rescue and repair operations. -
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ZestISO
An easy to use Arch Linux based OS
UPDATE: New distro name coming soon. Daily builds are temporarily suspended while I fix network issues. Is your Windows PC or Mac slow or unsupported? Don't throw it away, try ZestISO today! ZestISO is an easy to use, highly customisable Arch Linux based OS. It's fast, secure, and supports all your favourite software and games*. No ads, bloat or telemetry here! Editions: KDE Plasma Gaming (for beginners and gamers), XFCE (for low-end PCs) and IceWM (for servers and ultra low-end PCs). More info and source code: https://github.com/SuperSonic65535/zestiso-archiso If you like this project, please consider supporting me at: ko-fi.com/supersonic65535 Your contributions helps me develop and improve my projects for everyone as well as cover food and travel expenses. WARNING: ZestISO is beta software and comes with NO WARRANTY. Use at your own risk. *Windows games supported via Wine, Proton and Steam. While at least 95% are playable, a few may have compatibility issues. -
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<<Hack|Track GNU/Linux
Distro Penetrasing Live System Burn to USB Flash Disk & Run.
<<Hack|Track GNU/Linux is an open source operating system developed by the HTGL Project from Indonesia which provides penetration testing. -
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ALG
A Fast, Offline, Graphical distribution based on Arch Linux
October 2025 ISOs have been released! 3 new ISOs - PLASMA, GNOME, XFCE have been released. Thank you to all the members in the ALG community for their support. -
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Vinari OS 5.0.0 KRYPTON
Vinari OS 5.0.0 KRYPTON - Debian 13 Trixie based 64-Bit OS
Vinari OS 5.0.0 KRYPTON represents the next stage in our Debian-based evolution, now built on the 64-bit Debian 13 “Trixie” platform. Designed for both everyday users and developers, this release delivers a polished, reliable, and cohesive experience. At its foundation, Vinari OS 5.0.0 KRYPTON features the modern GNOME desktop environment, refined with practical enhancements such as GSConnect, DashToDock, and other usability-focused extensions. Continuing our focus on simplicity and efficiency, Vinari OS 5.0.0 KRYPTON uses the standard ‘deb’ packaging format for smooth system updates. It also includes seamless Flatpak and Flathub integration out of the box, giving users immediate access to a wide, flexible range of software. -
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GaryOS
GaryOS is an entire GNU/Linux system in a single bootable file
GaryOS is an entire GNU/Linux system in a single bootable file. It is also a Builder system to create and package Gentoo installations. Builder creates custom root filesystems that GaryOS can load into memory in place of its own. GaryOS can build new or updated versions of itself from within itself. Primary uses: * System rescue and recovery * Anonymous and secure workstation * GNU/Linux learning environment * Installation of Gentoo Unique advantages: * Source-based distributions are more flexible and powerful than binary ones * A single Kernel file is easier to manage and boot than an ISO image * GaryOS is stored on media as a resident of it, not the purpose of it No other GNU/Linux distribution takes the same approach or has the same features as GaryOS. -
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OS-uninstaller
Remove any operating system in 1 click !
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RebeccaBlackOS
Fan Made RebeccaBlackOS. VT-less Linux With Wayland.
I got the idea to name a Linux distribution after my favorite celebrity after I saw some earlier Linux distributions named after celebrities, and also this KDE blog post. http://ivan.fomentgroup.org/blog/2011/05/02/splash-screens-and-qml/ And then I thought, she deserves the free promo too. This is amongst the first live distributions to provide a Wayland server. VTs are disabled in the kernel. While 32 bit and 64 bit x86 ISOs used to be provided in each build, the latest builds are 64 bit only due to QtWebEngine refusing to build in 32 bit chroots. (It does NOT have her copyrighted music, or photos on the ISO. You have to buy her music legally on iTunes (or Amazon, etc))) The build scripts in the SVN is available for you to modify and build your own version of this project. This distribution is 3RD PARTY fan made. Yes. I am a fan of Rebecca Black. The latest ISO now has a login manager for Wayland, and now it has removed X from the startup path of the system. -
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What is DracOS GNU/Linux Remastered ? DracOS GNU/Linux Remastered ( https://github.com/dracos-linux ) is the Linux operating system from Indonesia , open source is built based on Debian live project under the protection of the GNU General Public License v3.0. This operating system is one variant of Linux distributions, which is used to perform security testing (penetration testing). Dracos linux in Arm by hundreds hydraulic pentest, forensics and reverse engineering. Use a GUI-based tools-tools the software using the CLI (command line interface) and GUI (graphical user interface) to perform its operations. Now Dracos currently already up to version 3.1.5 with the code name "KUNTILANAK WITH REMASTERED".
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T4n-OS
T4n OS: Minimalist, Fast, and Light
T4n OS adalah GNU/Linux berbasis Void Linux, dirancang dengan prinsip minimalis, cepat, dan ringan. Sistem ini menggunakan runit sebagai init system untuk memberikan performa maksimal dan kontrol penuh terhadap sistem. T4n OS dikembangkan di Indonesia, Aceh, dan pertama kali diinisiasi oleh Gh0sT4n pada 17 Agustus 2025, seorang pelajar asal Aceh (Darussa’adah Cot Tarom Baroh – SMKN 5 Takengon). Pengembangan T4n OS menggunakan pendekatan community-driven: dari komunitas, oleh komunitas, dan untuk komunitas. Selain itu, T4n OS mengadopsi konsep repositori yang terinspirasi dari AUR (Arch User Repository), yaitu VUR (Void User Repository), untuk mempermudah distribusi dan pengelolaan paket bagi pengguna. Repository : - T4n-Maker (Tools Build OS) : https://github.com/T4n-Labs/t4n-live - Repo VUR : https://github.com/T4n-Labs/vur Informasi Lainnya : - T4n OS Website : https://T4n-Labs.github.io/t4n-os/ - VUR Web : https://T4n-Labs.github.io/vur-web/ -
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NebiOS Alternative Mirror (Official)
An Ubuntu Linux-based OS that aims to end user.
NebiOS is Ubuntu-based secure, privacy-focused universal OS for daily life, creativity, gaming & more. Official mirror - use if main site has download issues. Main site: https://nebios.org ⚠️ DON'T DOWNLOAD FROM UNKNOWN SOURCES! 🛡️ Privacy: NebiOS has no telemetry, no background data services, no tracking daemons, and cannot send any personal data without user action. Full policy: nebisoftware.com/legal/privacy.html === 🚀 NebiOS X out now! ⚠️ Note on Virtual Machines: NebiOS X is optimized and designed for real hardware performance and native GPU acceleration. Virtualization platforms (VMware, VirtualBox, GNOME Boxes, etc.) may show degraded graphics or system performance. For accurate testing, please install NebiOS X on physical hardware. === System Requirements and informations about before installation can be found at https://nebios.org/download (select your version for it) -
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Helal Linux
An Ubuntu based GNU/Linux system, suited for Muslim users.
Helal Linux is an Ubuntu based distribution , it is main goal is to provide a modern, cool, and a stable Linux OS with a pre-installed system settings and software, supporting both Arab and Muslim users with many new features. The word "Helal" is an Arabic word meaning "Crescent" and translated literati from Arabic to English, it has nothing to do with "Halal" which is a something that you can do in Islam. -
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Liberté Linux
Liberté Linux: Mission-critical stealth communication
Liberté Linux is a secure, lightweight, and easy to use Gentoo-based Linux distribution intended as a communication aid in hostile environments. Liberté installs on a USB key, and boots on any computer or laptop. -
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An open-source operating system based on Puppy Linux customized for the Filipino consumer base.
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Debox GNU/Linux Live CD
Debox Linux is a live distro based on Debian distribution and Openbox
Debox GNU/Linux Live CD is a live hybrid distribution based on Debian and OpenBox. Can be used on computers supporting 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x86_64) instruction set architectures. Debox was made with the middle and novice user in mind. Includes a wide range of software: word processor, media players, internet browser, email client, disk utilities, java and few games. Also, a plenty of printers, scanners, bluethooth, web cams, digital tv, fax are supported by default. Different from the majority of the distributions, the Debox desktop environment does not tightly integrate every component but use various programs and tweaks that give the final result. Debox Live CD is full persistence capable so you can store your favorite data on hard disk/USB stick. Debox Live CD can run in old computers that have more of 256MB of Ram whith a 700MHz CPU (but strongly advised 2GB of Ram and unleast 2Ghz CPU) -
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Live CD With Zerofree Utility i686 32Bit
A Custom Puppy Linux Live CD With Zerofree Utility i686 32 Bit
After Booting with this Live CD, just click on the CDROM icon on the Desktop, to open its folder contents, then Right Click the zerofree.sh file and Choose the "Run in Terminal" option and then follow the instructions shown on the terminal. As you may be aware, Booting with a Live CD, requires that you need to change the Boot Order on your System / Guest BIOS, quickly on startup, by pressing either F2 OR F12 OR F10 OR an equivalent key and then change the Boot Order to boot from the CDROM first. Some Hints: Puppy Linux Live CDs show some dialogs / settings window on first startup / first shutdown. Feel free to dismiss / close them, if you do not want to make any changes, to the live cd's operation, next time, on the same system. This will not affect the zerofree's work in any way. Apart from this, using the Internet Browser, built in, would require a Free Memory of 1 GB or more, for better Performance ( as it is generally a memory intensive activity ) -
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RhinoLINUX Main Edition
Desktop Linux - custom built on Debian/Ubuntu/Mint upstream codebases
RhinoLINUX aims to create a desktop OS with something for everyone, but with ease of use, flexibility and minimal fuss. It is a goal of the project that the OS will run or open ALL common/popular document/media/web format files without needing to add apps/plugins/codecs etc. RhinoLINUX Main Edition is our flagship product. We also have a Lite XFCE,KDE and Cinnamon Editions all hosted at SF.nef This latest release v8.0 is Trusty Tosca - built using Ubuntu 14.04 'trusty' source as codebase there have been added codecs/plugins and cross-platform support for Windows applications and legacy Operating Systems via our VirtualX suite of emulation and virtualization softwaare managers/sub-systems such as QEMU.WINE and VirtualBOX. RhinoLINUX can run multiple Windows versions side by side at the same time or install Windows apps, including MS Office ! Custom system tools such as Multisystem boot builder apps, Live USB creators, Backup tools etc. as well as our Remastering tools left in -
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HybridLinux
Creates a Hybrid Linux distributive, based on Arch Linux, for desktop
A distribution that is designed to provide an optimized system for desktops and games and allows you to improve the gaming experience with system settings, making it the most optimized distribution -
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Tux Hat Linux
What you see, is what you get! GNU/Linux Arch Based Distro
# Summary: Tux Hat Linux is a Arch Linux Based Distro. K.I.S.S. principle, keeping the UNIX logic within a GNU/Linux System. This OS has a main menu script / auto session program call tuxhatlinux within that you can load up Fluxbox, also have setup-tuxhat to setup the system live session and to install it to a HDD. It is a very lightweight distro. and giving the users the freedom at hands. # Tux Hat Linux Pastebin to use, modified, study, and learn from the source. http://pastebin.com/u/unixwz0r # Info: The Live ISO is under 700mb and can be put on a CD-R/DVD-R/USB and boot up on any x86 & x86_64 PC computers. Fluxbox has a simular config to FluxBSD, and Fluxbox has been updated to 1.3.7. # IRC Freenode: irc.freenode.net #bsdgeekclub @UNIXwz0r (owner) Tux Hat Linux Project # More Screenshots http://ipodpunker.deviantart.com -
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Advanced DHCP Server Live CD (With GUI)
The Free & Popular opendhcp application for Physical & Virtual Machine
Instructions: 1. Write this .iso file to a Pen Drive, with the Free multibootusb software ( links below ) 2. Boot from the Pen Drive, after changing the BIOS Boot Order quickly on system startup 3. First startup will show some info dialogs. These can be cancelled without making any changes 4. Click on the opendhcp folder link on Desktop 5. Right click the set_eth0_static_ipaddress.sh file and choose Open as Text option. Edit the file to meet your network needs. To know about multiple interface names, click the Connect icon on desktop. 6. Similarly, edit the opendhcp.ini file to match your needs 7. Shutdown & choose the Save option. This will help in copying from RAM to USB Disk 8. Restart & click the lease status desktop icon, to see your changes go live 9. Follow this model to install more services / servers. Check README file append_to_etc_scripts.txt to see how services are automatically started. 10. Click installer icon on desktop, update it for setups -
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ZED OS
ZED OS the clone of Windows XP
ZED OS is a portuguese Linux based distribution (remaster of Ubuntu Mate). It was designed for users who want an innovative system. With both 3D and 2D interfaces you'll be able to chosse the better one according to your hardware/needs. It's Web Based and inspired in Windows XP from Microsoft
