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Bluestar Linux is an Arch Linux-based distribution, built with an understanding that people want and need a solid Operating System that provides a breadth of functionality and ease of use without sacrificing aesthetics. Bluestar is offered in three edtions - desktop, deskpro and developer - each tailored to address the needs of a variety of Linux users. Bluestar can be installed permanently as a robust and fully configurable operating system on a laptop or desktop system, or it can be run effectively as a live installer and supports the addition of persistent storage for those who choose not to perform a permanent installation. A Bluestar Linux software respository is also maintained in order to provide additional tools and applications when needed or requested. Bluestar provides the following features: Up-to-date Kernel Wide Variety of Applications - Always Current Versions Full Development / Desktop / Multimedia Environment
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blissos-dev
Android for your PC, but more Blissful
Bliss OS (x86) Android for your PC An Open Source OS, based on Android, that incorporates many optimizations, features, and expanded device support. And it is available for just about any Chromebook, Windows/Linux PC or tablet released in the last 4 years Our support options use Telegram chats. Bliss OS (x86) Support chat: https://t.me/blissx86 Bliss ROM/OS Build Support chat: https://t.me/Team_Bliss_Build_Support Android-Generic Project development chat: https://t.me/androidgenericpc -
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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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Redo Rescue: Backup and Recovery
Backup and Recovery Made Easy
Redo Rescue Backup and Recovery can backup and restore an entire system in minutes with a point-and-click interface anyone can use. Bare metal restore to a new, blank drive and be up and running in minutes. Supports saving to and restoring from local disks or shared network drives. Selectively restore partitions and remap them to different locations on the target drive. Additional tools included for partition editing, web browsing, and more. Runs from live CD/USB; no installation needed. Website: http://redorescue.com Forum: https://sourceforge.net/p/redobackup/discussion/ GitHub: https://github.com/redorescue/redorescue Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redo_Backup_and_Recovery -
Total Network Visibility for Network Engineers and IT ManagersThis means every device on your network, and every interface on every device is automatically analyzed for performance, errors, QoS, and configuration.
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LxPup - Puppy Linux + LXDE
Puppy Linux with the LXDE desktop environment
LxPup is a version of Puppy Linux using the LXDE desktop environment and is an updated “descendent” of loukitchou’s LxPup13.01. LxPup offers the Openbox window manager, LxPanel panel manager and PCManFM file manager. There are various "flavours" of LxPup some built as derivatives of official Puppy Linux builds (based on Slackware and Ubuntu components) and one a new woof-ce build (Slackware based). The various flavours offer different kernels and access to the software repositories of the base system. LxPup combines all the significant advantages of Puppy Linux - small iso size, extensive hardware support, wide range of applications built-in, live cd and frugal installs, friendly supportive user forum etc etc, with the lightweight but modern LXDE desktop environment. Visit the support website for more details. -
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Linuxfx Winux OS
Winux Operating System by Linuxfx
Windows Theme Over Linux a.k.a "Winux" is a super secure Linux operating system that is completely inspired by Microsoft Windows, but does not require any special hardware requirements and can be installed. -
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Thinstation is a thin client linux distro using std. x86 hw. It can boot from network, pxe, syslinux, CD, floppy or flash-disk and connect to servers using VNC, RDP, XDM, SSH, Telnet, tn5250, tarentella, 2X, NX, Thinlinc, VMWare VDI or ICA.
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STAR
Travel light, run fast, just works! Devuan powered!
This is the home of Star live distro powered by Devuan stable linux (Non-Systemd). Images to choose from: 64 bit - Xfce (minimal), Fluxbox, Openbox, Jwm, i3, Cli 32bit - Jwm, Cli There is a small selection of applications, including: web browser, text editor, image viewer, pdf viewer, file manager, terminal, media player. If you like to customize your desktop, then this is the distro you you! This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details. -
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SliTaz GNU/Linux is a mini distribution and live CD designed to run speedily on hardware with 256 MB of RAM. SliTaz uses BusyBox, a recent Linux kernel and GNU software. 致力于slitaz的中文化。
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Free and Open Source HR SoftwareGive your HR team the tools they need to streamline administrative tasks, support employees, and make informed decisions with the OrangeHRM free and open source HR software.
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Refracta is an operating system designed for home computer users and for use as a system rescue and recovery disk. It provides a simple and familiar layout that most users will find very comfortable. Refracta-8 is based on Devuan GNU/Linux and uses the Devuan package repository. (Previous versions were based on Debian.) Refractainstaller, refractasnapshot and refracta2usb are tools that allow you to customize your installation and create your own live-CD or live-USB.
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Alien-OS
Alien-OS GNU/Linux Operating System
Alien-OS Regolith based on Debian 12.12 Bookworm with integrated MX-Tools. use either sysVinit or systemd. User:Pass demo:demo root:root Installation: open a terminal and type "sudo minstall" OEM Installation: open a terminal and type "sudo minstall --oem" ----- https://www.alien-os.com https://www.alien-tec.com https://distrowatch.com/alienos ----- Please support us with your donation. Thank you. :-) Monero XMR: 8Aj8CG4T4siWWaHoJ1zc99SY8jfokH6NBWXXjBqfDhQ6jS9JvXfnvsXAv731HtXnChfAmtbfwKTfrAFGBAXfePo828XzhGG Bitcoin BTC: bc1qk922mrkk4d2x20ray5lu84za5wxeqxeya9gsxv -
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Nanolinux
Tiny Linux desktop distribution in just 14 MB
Nanolinux is a very tiny Linux distribution based on MicroCore Linux with busybox. It uses Nano-X instead of X11. FLTK 1.3.x is used as the GUI toolkit. The window manager is SLWM. The following applications are included: Dillo browser FlWriter text processing program Sprsht spread sheet program FLTDJ personal information manager FlMusic CD player FlRadio internet radio FlChat IRC client Antipaint paint program Fluff file manager NXterm terminal emulator Flcalc calculator FlView image viewer Fleditor Games: Tuxchess, NXeyes, Checkers, Blocks, Sudoku, Mastermind Mount tool, system statistics Software package download and install utility NTFS support Grub package for hard disk install OSS sound, Truetype fonts, UTF-8 support Nanolinux runs completely from RAM. You can remove the LiveCD and play CDs. Nanolinux on Distrowatch: http://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=nanolinux -
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Soplos Linux Tyson
Soplos Linux is a Debian Testing-based distribution with the Plasma 6
Soplos Linux Tyson is a GNU/Linux distribution based on Debian Testing, designed for users taking their first steps into Linux or looking for a modern, stable, and efficient daily driver. Key Features: ✅ Based on Debian Testing, offering rolling updates and always up-to-date software. ✅ Ships with the KDE Plasma 6 desktop – modern, elegant, and highly customizable. ✅ Clean and minimalist interface with no unnecessary bloatware. ✅ Compatible with modest hardware – ideal for users unable to upgrade to newer versions of Windows. ✅ A Software Center tailored for Plasma is in development, built with Qt and Python, to simplify application management. ✅ Future support planned for proprietary drivers to improve hardware compatibility. Soplos Linux Tyson aims to deliver a simple yet powerful experience without compromising flexibility, with plans to expand with dedicated repositories and more user-friendly tools. ✨ Give Soplos Linux Tyson a try and discover a new way to use your -
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linuxhub-prime
260103-v3.1.1
Updated January 03, 2026 Magnet for latest release: magnet:?xt=urn:btih:a5847226c5a9b3c7ce15a7d73cf420368dd03318&dn=Linuxhub-Prime-260103-v3.1.1-x86_64 Legacy Versions: https://linuxhub.link/legacy.php (all desktops available with calamares installer) all desktops can be installed Vanilla(stock) or Primed(custom) fixed issues with calamares and nvme drives. see changelogs for additional updates. Happy New Year! DistroWatch: https://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=linuxhub LiveCD user:live passwd:live LinuxHub Prime is a Arch Based system with multiple desktop environments to choose from. What separates LinuxHub Prime from the rest is the use of A unique Installer and it also allows you to create a custom respin of your own that you can share with friends and family. changelogs/fixes: https://linuxhub.link/changelog.html -
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mAid Linux
manage all your Android devices without any driver hassle
mAid: a maid which helps to [m]anage your [A]ndro[id] :) The main purpose of this project is: ... give you a quick and just working start to use the standard Android tools like adb and fastboot with ease ... No driver hassle ... No complicated installation of android tools ... if still nothing works: activating a remote support tool (teamviewer or tmate) so a friend can help you out ... just download, flash and enjoy -
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PuppyRus-A
Lightweight, portable and flexible Linux based on Arch, Puppy, Porteus
For now we support russian localization only, sorry. PuppyRus-A (PRA) - дистрибутив проекта PuppyRus.org, построенный на базе Arch Linux и использующий pacman. Продолжает традиции Puppy (маленький <200Mb, быстрый, функциональные скрипты, подключаемая среда разработки - devx), PuppyRus (модульность, pfs-util), Porteus (initrd). Модульная структура позволяет создать нужный именно Вам набор софта простым копированием модулей. Возможна загрузка всего PRA в память с flash или CD носителя. Поддерживается режим сохранения любого количества состояний в файл или директорию, "не убиваемый режим", шифрование. -
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ArchLinux Live ISO Prebuild
Prebuild Arch Linux Live ISO with Desktop Environment included.
This Project contains Prebuild ArchLinux Live ISOs generated by my ISO-Build Script on: https://github.com/n0raitor/archlinux-iso Just burn one ISO to a empty CD or flash it to a usb stick and use the device to Run an Arch Linux Live System with a Desktop Environment (Which: Included in the Name of the ISO File) Enjoy a much easier Installation Process of an Arch Linux System with the ability to Browser in the Web at the same time. There are two versions of the ISO: Small / Minimal Version (default) Big Version (-big): Includes lots of Live Software Notices: GNOME: When the Gnome Login Screen appears, you can simply type in "root" in the user textfield. After clicking th return button on your keyboard, a default ArchLinux ISO Messege will apear unter the text field and the login process just started. After about 6 Seconds, the GDM Starter will launch the GNOME Shell and the Desktop. If You got any Feedback or Issues, feel free to tell me about it or open a Ticket :-) -
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Netrunner OS
A Complete Linux OS
Netrunner is a Linux OS featuring the KDE Plasma Desktop. Here you will find the latest releases for download as X86 ISOs and ARM IMGs. -
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SlackEX Linux Live System
SlackEX 15.0 64 bit is based on Slackware Current (testing)
SlackEX 15.0 Current (testing/developmental) 64 bit uses kernel 6.13.7-amd64-exton and the Xfce4 DE. SlackEX is based on Slackware 15.0. A lot of Slackware packages are are pre-installed. INSTALL TO HARD DRIVE The system can easily be installed to hard drive (during a live session) using a Refracta Installer. You can then use Grub2 as boot loader if you want. USB install SlackEX can be installed to a USB stick in Windows 10/11 using Rufus or in a Linux system using the dd-command. PACKAGES Almost all Slackware 15.0 standard packages are preinstalled in SlackEX. Study the latest package LIST: https://slackex.exton.se/xfce4/slackex-installed-packages-2503223-NEW.txt NEWS Using Refracta Snapshot you can change everything and create your very own live installable Slackware 15.0 system. I.e. create a new ISO. Furthermore I have installed Grub2, which can be used as boot loader after a hard drive install using Refracta Installer. My SlackEX Build 250323 is UNIQUE. -
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Il s'agit d'un système d'exploitation rapide, léger et convivial, orienté vers l'ordinateur de bureau et volontairement sur LXDE dans sa version finale en 32 & 64 bits. C'est donc le bureau par défaut. Notre but, le mien en tant que développeur, mais aussi celui de l'association Vivre En Comminges est de fournir un ensemble d'utilitaires dédiés et des optimisations spécifiques, associés en mettant l'accent sur l'accès à un système productif qui soit facile et bien léger. Cela rend notre OS idéal pour les personnes qui veulent un environnement de travail adapté aux besoins et aux préférences individuels. De ce point de vue, DebLight OS convient à la fois aux nouveaux arrivants comme aux utilisateurs d'ordinateurs expérimentés, et même aux associations qui préfèrent remettre au goût du jour leur parc informatique plutôt que de tout remplacer trop souvent. Il en va de même pour les petites entreprises PME, PMI, etc ainsi qu'aux autoentrepreneurs.
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TOUTOU LINUX : La distribution la plus rapide et la plus complète (pour sa taille). Facile à installer, à utiliser et très intuitive. Essayez Toutou Linux et faites la différence par vous-même... Toutou Linux est basée sur Puppy linux, créée par Barry Kauler. Toutou Linux est un système d'exploitation complet accompagné d'une suite logicielle complète pour une utilisation familiale...
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B OS
"A fast, lightweight, and secure Linux operating system for all."
B OS is a modern Linux distribution developed by MerdekaSoft to provide a simple, secure, and powerful computing experience for everyone. It is built with the KDE Plasma desktop, offering an elegant, highly customizable, and user-friendly interface that fits both beginners and advanced users. Unlike many other operating systems, B OS is lightweight and optimized for speed, making it suitable for older hardware as well as modern PCs. It comes with a carefully selected set of pre-installed applications, including a web browser, office suite, file manager, and multimedia tools, so users can be productive immediately. Security is a core principle of B OS, featuring enhanced configurations and tools that protect users from online threats, ensuring reliability in personal, educational, and professional environments. Offline installer support makes B OS ideal for areas with limited connectivity, while regular updates guarantee long-term stability. Fully open-source and free to use, B OS empow -
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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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Snal Linux
Arch based live Linux distribution
Live distro with i3 and firefox. Lots of network and filesystem utilities. Snal Linux is Simple, Networked, and Live Linux. Snal Linux code repository has been moved to https://codeberg.org/snallinux/snallinux -
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Live Raizo - Linux for Virtual SysAdmin
Environment to experiment the system on simulated and real networks
- Live Raizo is a linux distribution based on Debian 12 (Bookworm) to experiment the system administration on simulated networks and real devices. - GNS3 is the gui used to manipulate the simulators/emulators of networks and systems like QEmu, Docker, Dynamips. - With this GNS3, you can clone as many times as you want the templates of virtual linux machines named "Debian" and "DDebian" that contain many network tools and services. - The prompt and the output of several linux commands are colored to highlight the main informations and to be more userfriendly. - Live Raizo also includes tools to interact with real devices : minicom, putty, Wireshark, as well as DHCP, DNS, FTP, TFTP, HTTP and SSH servers. Services are not started automatically. - It is used by the CFA UTEC of CCI in Seine et Marne in France for networking and Linux administration classes. - You can also open issues here : https://github.com/Raizo62/LiveRaizo Last 64 bits Release : v16.25.10.26i
