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    Winux Operating System

    Winux Operating System

    Breathe New Life Into Your Computer - www.winux.is

    Break free from hardware restrictions and forced upgrades. Winux is the definitive successor for Windows 10 users seeking performance and reliability. Featuring an Intuitive Familiar Interface and Native Compatibility for your essential software.
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    PINN

    PINN is an enhancement of NOOBS

    PINN is an enhancement of NOOBS for the Raspberry Pi. It allows the installation of MULTIPLE OSes on the same SD/HDD/SSD device with an OS chooser when booting. Built-in Admin tools allow you to backup & restore your OSes and fix OS problems by including basic disk checking, password changing, and a command shell.
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    Ufficio Zero Linux OS

    Ufficio Zero Linux OS

    Linux Desktop OS for professionals

    Ufficio Zero Linux OS is a desktop operating system offered in many versions based on PCLinuxOS, Linux Mint and Devuan. We also have created Duplica, a Bare Metal Restore Solution. This distro has many packages for professional use. The project is managed by the Italian company SIITE SRLS and promoted by the Italian Association Boost Media APS. Ufficio Zero Linux OS is trademarked through the Linux Mark Institute. All rights reserved. Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries. website https://ufficiozero.org forum https://citiverse.it/category/211/ufficio-zero-linux-forum-di-supporto wiki https://wiki.ufficiozero.org Follow us on our socials https://littlelink.boostmedia.it/ufficiozero/ Boost Media APS https://boostmedia.it
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    MX-Linux

    MX-Linux

    MX-Linux project

    MX Linux is a cooperative venture between the antiX and MX Linux communities. It is a family of operating systems that are designed to combine elegant and efficient desktops with high stability and solid performance. MX’s graphical tools provide an easy way to do a wide variety of tasks, while the Live USB and snapshot tools inherited from antiX add impressive portability and remastering capabilities. Extensive support is available through videos, documentation and a very friendly Forum.
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    antiX-Linux
    antiX is a fast, lightweight and easy to install linux live CD distribution based on Debian Stable for Intel-AMD x86 compatible systems.
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    Downloads: 25,271 This Week
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    android-x86

    android-x86

    A project to bring Android to the x86 platform

    This is a project to port Android open source project to x86 platform, formerly known as "patch hosting for android x86 support". http://www.android-x86.org/
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    Downloads: 22,668 This Week
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    BluestarLinux
    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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    deepin
    deepin is a Debian-based distribution that aims to provide an elegant, user-friendly and reliable operating system. It does not only include the best the open source world has to offer, but it has also created its own desktop environment called DDE or Deepin Desktop Environment which is based on the Qt 5 toolkit. Deepin focuses much of its attention on intuitive design. Its home-grown applications, like Deepin Software Centre, DMusic and DPlayer are tailored to the average user. Being easy to install and use, deepin can be a good Windows alternative for office and home use.
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    Bodhi Linux

    Bodhi Linux

    A minimalist, enlightened Linux distribution

    Bodhi is a minimalistic, enlightened, Linux desktop. Bodhi Linux is extremely lightweight and highly customizable. Bodhi is suitable for both Linux newcomers and experienced users. The Ubuntu LTS assures stability for years and the Bodhi Team is very open to all suggestions and requests from users and willing to help.
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    Downloads: 3,948 This Week
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    CachyOS

    CachyOS

    Blazingly Fast & Customizable Linux distribution

    CachyOS - Arch Linux Based Distribution With Heavy Optimizations & Multi-Architectures For Ultimate Desktop Experience Filesystems: - btrfs - zfs - ext4 - xfs - f2fs Our installer will auto detect which micro architecture your machine got, if x86-64-v3 or x86-64-v4 is detected it will automatically use the optimized packages, which is around a 10 % performance improvement. Desktop Environments: - KDE - CuteFish - i3 - Gnome - Openbox - Wayfire - Xfce - LXQT - bspwm All packages are compiled with Full LTO and other optimization flags. Depending on the march your cpu have it is compiled against x86-64, x86-64-v3 or x86-64-v4. For the Desktop Environment we provide basic theming. In CachyOS-Hello can be also security related packages enabled, like: DNScrypt-proxy Firejail apparmor Security and Performance! https://discord.gg/qJqj94uFwE https://t.me/+zCzPX4cAFjk1MTY
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    Linux Lite

    Linux Lite

    A free, easy to use operating system

    Linux Lite is free for everyone to use and share, and suitable for people who are new to Linux and for people who want a lightweight operating system that is also fully featured. With a free Office Suite, Media Player and a choice of Web Browsers.
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    Downloads: 3,612 This Week
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    SparkyLinux

    SparkyLinux

    Lightweight & fast Debian-based Linux Distribution

    SparkyLinux is a GNU/Linux distribution created on the top of Debian GNU/Linux operating system. Sparky is fast, lightweight and fully customizable OS which offers a few versions for different users and different tasks. Sparky is in-between the distros that are beginner-friendly and those, that require some amount of Linux knowledge. Beginning Linux users are advised to consult the project forums regarding any issues or doubts.
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    Downloads: 3,322 This Week
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    PeppermintOS

    PeppermintOS

    A minimum linux desktop distribution

    Peppermint is an operating system that provides a user with the opportunity to build the system that best fits their needs. While at the same time providing a functioning OS with minimum hassle out of the box. Our mainline desktop Peppermint ships with the desktop environment xfce with the thunar file manager set as default. Peppermint comes with nearly nothing installed other than, the core packages needed to run the system and you have the choice to which packages should best fit your build. We do use the common process of continuous delivery, and we are based on the Debian/Devuan repositories. Please post any questions about PeppermintOS to our Community Forum page: https://sourceforge.net/p/peppermintos/pepos/ and do our best to assist you.
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    Downloads: 2,723 This Week
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    Alt-F

    Alt-F

    free alternative firmware for the DLink DNS-320/320L/321/323/325/327L

    Alt-F provides a free and open source alternative firmware for the DLINK DNS-320/320L/321/323/325/327L and DNR-322L. Alt-F has Samba and NFS; supports ext2/3/4, VFAT, NTFS, BTRFS; RAID 0, 1, 5 (with external USB disk) and JBOD; supports up to 8TB disks; rsync, ftp, sftp, ftps, ssh, lpd, DNS and DHCP servers, DDNS, fan and leds control, clean power up and down... and more. Alt-F also has a set of comprehensive administering web pages, you don't need to use the command line to configure it. Besides the built-in software, Alt-F also supports additional packages on disk, including ffp and Entware packages, that you can install, update and uninstall using the administering web pages Alt-F is being developed and tested on a DNS-323-rev-A1/B1, a DNS325-rev-A1, a DNS-320L-rev-A1 and on a DNS-327L-rev-A1 hardware boards. Other models and boards are said to work. Support Forum: http://groups.google.com/group/alt-f Homepage: http://sites.google.com/site/altfirmware
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    blissos-dev

    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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    Emmabuntüs

    Emmabuntüs

    Distribution for refurbished computers and GNU/Linux discovery for all

    Emmabuntüs is a desktop GNU/Linux distribution based on Debian Stable on XFCE/LXQt, made specifically for refurbished computers destined for humanitarian organisations, and to promote the discovery of GNU/Linux by beginners, as well as to extend the lifespan of hardware and to reduce over consumption & waste in electronics. It strives to be beginner-friendly and reasonably light on resources so that it can be used on older computers. It also includes many modern features, such as a large number of pre-configured programs for everyday use, dockbar for launching applications, easy installation of non-free software and media codecs, and quick setup through automated scripts. Emmabuntüs is also a method of refurbishing key : https://emmabuntus.org/realisation-de-la-cle-usb-de-reemploi-emmabuntus-sous-ventoy/ Tutorials : https://emmabuntus.org/tutoriels/ All international reviews: http://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=emmabuntus
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    Live Raizo - Linux for Virtual SysAdmin

    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 13 (Trixie) 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 : v17.26.05.24i
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    Linux Mint 22 Cinnamon

    Linux Mint 22 Cinnamon

    A refined, friendly, & modern desktop experience with longterm support

    Linux Mint Cinnamon (Linux Mint 22) is the flagship edition of the Linux Mint operating system, designed to deliver a sleek, intuitive, and modern desktop experience. Built on the robust Ubuntu and Debian foundations, it features the Cinnamon desktop environment, which combines a traditional layout with advanced customization options. Known for its user-friendly design, Cinnamon offers a polished interface, easy navigation, and productivity-focused features, such as the Nemo file manager, configurable panels, and powerful applets. It is a perfect choice for both new and experienced users, offering a seamless blend of stability, performance, and aesthetic appeal while remaining lightweight and efficient.
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    Linux Q83

    Linux Q83

    LinuxQ83 AMD64 and ARM64 (Raspberry Pi 4) (Radxa Orion O6)

    New LinuxQ83 kopernik 13.12 ,is a modern, lightweight Linux distribution focused on performance, usability, and innovation. It features the COSMIC Desktop, a next-generation environment written in Rust, offering high performance, stability, and memory safety. COSMIC provides a clean and customizable interface for efficient window and workspace management. The system is suitable for both older and newer hardware thanks to its low resource usage. LinuxQ83 also uses Nushell as its default shell, also written in Rust, enabling modern, structured data handling. Additionally, it can support Cinnamon, a traditional and user-friendly desktop environment similar to classic Windows layouts.
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    d77void

    d77void

    d77void is a respin of Void Linux with WindowManagers

    What is d77void GNU/Linux? It's a respin of Void GNU/Linux, created to demonstrate the capabilities of Void's tools, such as void-mklive and void-packages. Originally initiated as a Void respin with Fluxbox it has evolved to offer a wide range of options, including the window managers awesome, bspwm, dwm, fluxbox, herbstluftwm, hyprland, i3wm, JWM, labwc, leftwm, mangowc, niri, openbox, qtile, river, sway, wayfire and the desktop environments Gnome, LXQt, Plasma and XFCE. Two user accounts are provided: anon and root, both with the password 'voidlinux'. The distribution can be installed using Calamares. Finally decided to create org at github; if you wish to contribute, find the project at https://github.com/d77void If you'd like to see the system in action, you can view a demonstration video by searching for "d77void" on YouTube. If you'd like to support the project, you can visit: https://buymeacoffee.com/d77void.
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    Archcraft

    Archcraft

    Yet another minimal Linux distribution, based on Arch Linux.

    Archcraft is an arch-based rolling-release distribution aimed at users who cares more about minimalism and aesthetics of their desktop. It comes pre-configured with various lightweight applications which makes it super fast. It can run under 500Mb of memory. There's no desktop environment in (main) Archcraft, just two highly configured window managers - Openbox and Bspwm. The default username & password is 'liveuser' for live ISO. The installer can be found in the app launcher and in openbox menu under the Application > System category, namely 'Install Archcraft'. Archcraft uses two Installers, Calamares and ABIF
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    Lingmo OS
    Lingmo GNU/Linux (Lingmo OS) is a desktop based Linux operating system developed based on the open-source Debian kernel and adapted to the amd64 architecture. It has a beautiful desktop environment, software that is compatible with the desktop environment, and a unified UI style. The goal of Lingmo GNU/Linux is to provide users with a luxurious and practical desktop environment as well as a smooth experience on low performance hardware.
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    Zorin OS

    Zorin OS

    This page is deprecated. Please download from zorin.com/os/download

    Zorin OS is the alternative to Windows and macOS designed to make your computer faster, more powerful, secure, and privacy respecting. This page is deprecated. Please download Zorin OS from https://zorin.com/os/download
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    Downloads: 1,102 This Week
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    Voyager
    I present to you Voyager in Ubuntu or Debian. Let the adventure begin !
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