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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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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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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. -
MongoDB Atlas runs apps anywhereMongoDB Atlas gives you the freedom to build and run modern applications anywhere—across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. With global availability in over 115 regions, Atlas lets you deploy close to your users, meet compliance needs, and scale with confidence across any geography.
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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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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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T4n-OS
T4n OS: Minimalist, Fast, and Light
T4n OS is a GNU/Linux based on Void Linux, designed with minimalism, speed, and lightness in mind. It uses runit as its init system to provide maximum performance and full system control. T4n OS was developed in Indonesia, Atjeh, and was first initiated by Gh0sT4n on August 17, 2025, a student from Aceh (Darussa'adah Cot Tarom Baroh - SMKN 5 Takengon). The development of T4n OS uses a community-driven approach: from the community, by the community, and for the community. In addition, T4n OS adopts a repository concept inspired by AUR (Arch User Repository), namely VUR (Void User Repository), to make package distribution and management easier for users. --- Repository : - T4n-Live (Tools Build OS) : https://github.com/T4n-Labs/t4n-live - Repo VUR : https://github.com/T4n-Labs/vur - Repo Package : https://gitlab.com/t4n-pkg Informasi Lainnya : - T4n OS Website : https://t4nos.t4nlabs.web.id/ - Repository : https://repo.t4nlabs.web.id/ - VUR Web : https://vur.t4nla -
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ArchEZ
Arch Linux made easy
ArchEZ is an easy to use, highly customisable open source 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/archez-linux-archiso WARNING: ArchEZ 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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OS-uninstaller
Remove any operating system in 1 click !
See https://sourceforge.net/p/os-uninstaller/wiki -
Custom VMs From 1 to 96 vCPUs With 99.95% UptimeLive migration and automatic failover keep workloads online through maintenance. One free e2-micro VM every month.
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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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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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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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<<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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NebiOS Alternative Mirror (Official)
A unique Ubuntu-based Linux OS with its own desktop and ecosystem.
NebiOS is an Ubuntu LTS-based Linux distribution with a custom desktop environment (NebiDE), built by one person. It combines a unique visual identity (Flat-Skeuomorphism), a widget-first desktop, and its own app format (.napp) into a cohesive platform — not just another reskin. Official mirror — use if the main site has download issues. Main site: https://nebios.org 📌 This mirror page is updated less frequently than the main site. For the latest information, visit https://nebios.org ⚠️ Don't download from unknown sources. ⚠️ Virtual machines: NebiOS X requires GPU acceleration. Most hypervisors (VirtualBox, VMware, GNOME Boxes) will show degraded performance. QEMU with 3D acceleration enabled gives the best VM experience. See FAQ for details. System requirements and pre-installation info: https://nebios.org/download (select your version) Full FAQ: https://nebios.org/support/faq -
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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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CapivaraOS
Brazilian Distro based on Fedora
Description CapivaraOS Marsh is a Brazilian Linux distribution based on Fedora with the KDE Plasma desktop, fully in Brazilian Portuguese from the very first boot — with no need to configure language, keyboard or time zone. It is the Marsh edition of the CapivaraOS family, focused on a modern desktop experience with a clean look (a global menu bar at the top and a bottom dock), a dark theme by default, and everyday applications already included. The image ships with Fedora's updates already applied, so you start with an up-to-date system. Besides Marsh (KDE Plasma), the CapivaraOS family will also include the Pup (Xfce) and Snout (GNOME) editions. CapivaraOS is an independent, community-driven project, not affiliated with the Fedora Project. "Fedora" is a registered trademark of Red Hat, Inc. -
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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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Hyggshi-OS
Hyggshi OS is a custom Debian-based Linux distribution
Hyggshi OS is a custom Debian-based Linux distribution built from Debian Trixie: lightweight, stable and fully customizable. It ships with Cinnamon and XFCE editions, a custom Calamares-based installer, and first-party tools such as Nexfetch (fast system info) and NexCode IDE. Following a "research first, ship later" philosophy, most components, from theming and desktop tweaks to kernel tuning profiles (Desktop, Server, Lite, Development), are built and tuned from scratch. It targets users who want Debian without the bloat, from 1GB-RAM machines to full workstations. Already running Hyggshi OS? Get updates over the air (OTA): curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Hyggshi-OS-Research-Technology/Hyggshi-OS-Releases/main/hyggshi-os-ota/client/install.sh | sudo bash Developed solo as part of the HORT (Hyggshi OS Research Technology) ecosystem. -
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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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FreeBSD GNOME LiveCD
FreeBSD GNOME LiveCD built using the latest development ports
Latest stable version - GNOME 3.26 - working Latest unstable version - GNOME 3.27 - working This project provides live systems built using the latest FreeBSD release and the latest GNOME ports from the FreeBSD GNOME project. Scripts used to build the LiveCDs are also available for downloading. The scripts are largely based on this article: https://wiki.freebsd.org/AndriyGapon/AvgLiveCD Note: This is not a general-purpose LiveCD! I track the development version instead of the stable version. If you want to do things other than previewing the latest (possibly unstable) GNOME release, please download the scripts to make your own LiveCDs. If any bug is found, please download the debug version LiveCD to find the cause and report it to the FreeBSD GNOME project or GNOME bugzilla. Starting from GNOME 3.12, most portability patches are merged upstream, so you can also directly use JHBuild on FreeBSD to check whether an issue is already fixed in the upstream. -
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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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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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ZestISO
An easy to use Arch Linux based OS
ZestISO is an easy to use Arch Linux based OS. No ads, bloatware, telemetry or other unwanted features of commercial operating systems like Windows and MacOS. Compatible with all your favourite hardware and software, even PC and console games. Highly flexible and customisable, faster than Windows, uses less power and supports much older hardware than Windows 11, while getting the latest features and security updates, forever. No data is ever collected and we never restrict what you do. ZestISO is free for everyone to do as they please. Available with KDE Plasma desktop, updated daily 10-11AM UK time (more options available soon). Source code: https://github.com/dankcuddlybear/zestiso-archiso DISCLAIMER: ZestISO is alpha software and comes with NO WARRANTY. Use at your own risk. Ihttps://github.com/dankcuddlybear/zestiso-archiso -
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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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HackShark Linux
Lightweight Linux distro for penetration testing
Based on MATE environment HackShark Linux is a lightweight distribution for penetration testing, cyber forensic investigation and vulnerability assessment purpose.
