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Aura Operating System
AuraOS, the Franco-English Operating System developed in C#
Aura Operating System is a GUI-based, object-oriented operating system written in C#. It is designed to showcase how high-level languages like C# can be used to create low-level systems such as kernels, user interfaces, and file systems. Aura features a colorful, windowed graphical desktop environment with built-in applications, all running on a custom kernel built from scratch. It is not based on Linux or Windows, but rather developed as an independent system with its own structure and drivers. -
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XNU
Legacy mirror of Darwin Kernel
Darwin XNU is the hybrid kernel that powers Apple’s macOS, iOS, watchOS, and tvOS operating systems, forming the foundation of the Darwin open-source core. The name XNU stands for X is Not Unix, highlighting its origin as a combination of multiple kernel technologies—primarily the Mach microkernel from Carnegie Mellon University, integrated with substantial components from FreeBSD and Apple’s proprietary IOKit driver framework. This hybrid architecture merges the microkernel model’s message-passing flexibility with the monolithic performance and direct hardware control typical of Unix-like systems. XNU handles essential kernel responsibilities such as memory management, multitasking, interprocess communication (IPC), device I/O, system calls, security enforcement, and scheduling across both single and multi-core architectures. -
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Pony OS
My Little Unix: Kernels are Magic
ponyos is a lightweight, UNIX-like operating system developed as a personal hobby project by the creator of ToaruOS. It features a monolithic kernel written in C and aims for a POSIX-compliant environment with a built-from-scratch userland. ponyos includes a graphical interface, dynamic linker, shared libraries, and a package manager. It’s designed for fun, experimentation, and as a platform to learn and play with operating system internals, with surprisingly advanced features given its hobbyist origin. -
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SerenityOS
The Serenity Operating System
SerenityOS is an open source Unix-like operating system project with its own custom kernel, graphical user interface, system libraries, and userland tools. It combines a nostalgic “90s UI aesthetic” with modern system capabilities: a preemptive, multi-threaded kernel, own browsers, network stack, file systems, IPC, security features, and a suite of graphical / developer applications. The project is both a hobbyist OS and a polished engineering sandbox. -
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Website: https://prismlinux.org Discord: https://discord.gg/hMrWsTpdqw
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OpenWrt-Rpi
Raspberry Pi & NanoPi R2S/R4S & G-Dock & x86 OpenWrt Compile Project
OpenWrt-Rpi is a customized build and configuration project that adapts the OpenWrt operating system for Raspberry Pi devices, transforming them into fully functional routers or embedded network appliances. It enables users to deploy advanced networking features such as routing, firewalling, and VPN services on low-cost hardware. The project typically includes preconfigured images, build scripts, and optimization settings tailored for Raspberry Pi hardware capabilities. It emphasizes flexibility, allowing users to install additional packages and customize network behavior according to their needs. The system leverages OpenWrt’s modular package ecosystem, enabling a wide range of networking applications and services. It is particularly useful for home labs, IoT environments, and edge networking setups. Overall, OpenWrt-Rpi turns a general-purpose single-board computer into a powerful and customizable networking device. -
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Rhino Linux
Ubuntu-Based, Rolling Release w/ Pacstall & XFCE at its core
PLEASE NOTE: this is a mirror repository of our builder for hosting our images. For the full project page, visit https://github.com/rhino-linux --------------- Rhino Linux re-invents the Ubuntu experience as a rolling-release distribution built on a stable desktop environment. Pacstall is at the very heart of the distribution, providing essential packages such as the Linux kernel, Firefox, and distinctive Rhino Linux applications and theming. We use sane defaults. The XFCE Desktop environment is used for its stable and rock-solid base. Pacstall, our package manager of choice, will always provide the latest software, even those unavailable in the Ubuntu repositories, and our custom XFCE configuration provides a unique and modern experience, so that you can begin using your computer, immediately. -
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WANem - Wide Area Network Emulator
Wide Area Network Emulator
WANem is a wide area network emulator. It supports various features such a bandwidth limitation, latency, packet loss, network disconnection among other wide area network characteristics. -
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LibreELEC
Just enough OS for KODI
LibreELEC is a minimalist 'Just enough OS' Linux distribution for running Kodi. Our documentation can help you install and configure LibreELEC to run Kodi or develop and build installation images using our build system. -
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OpenFang
Open-source Agent Operating System
OpenFang is an open-source agent operating system designed to orchestrate autonomous AI agents and workflows in a structured, production-oriented environment. Written primarily in Rust, the project focuses on building a high-performance runtime where multiple specialized agents can collaborate to complete complex computational or development tasks. It aims to move beyond simple chat-based agents by providing infrastructure for persistent agent memory, task coordination, and scalable execution. The system is positioned as a foundation for building advanced AI tooling, particularly in environments that require tight integration with GPU workflows and modern AI pipelines. OpenFang emphasizes modularity and extensibility so developers can plug in custom agents, tools, or execution backends. Overall, the project represents an emerging class of “agent OS” platforms that treat AI agents as first-class computational actors rather than isolated scripts. -
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A security-focused, desktop-ready Arch Linux derivative. Hardened by default with XFCE, firewall, IDS, and VPN tooling preconfigured.
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AmogOS
Among-us themed OS. As seen on Reddit and Youtube
A parody OS inspired by Among Us. (pronounced A-mog-O-S). -
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StartOS
Linux server OS optimized for self-hosting
StartOS is a sovereign, self-hosted operating system built by Start9 Labs to empower individuals with digital independence. Designed to run on personal servers, it provides a privacy-first interface for installing, managing, and running decentralized applications without needing technical expertise. StartOS includes services like Bitcoin nodes, messaging platforms, file hosting, and password managers, all running locally and without third-party control. With a user-friendly UI and strong emphasis on encryption and self-ownership, StartOS offers a holistic alternative to Big Tech infrastructure. -
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AlienVault OSSIM
Open Source SIEM
OSSIM, AlienVault’s Open Source Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) product, provides event collection, normalization and correlation. For more advanced functionality, AlienVault Unified Security Management (USM) builds on OSSIM with these additional capabilities: * Log management * Advanced threat detection with a continuously updated library of pre-built correlation rules * Actionable threat intelligence updates from AlienVault Labs Security Research Team * Rich analytics dashboards and data visualization -
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Endian Firewall Community (EFW) is a "turn-key" linux security distribution that makes your system a full featured security appliance with Unified Threat Management (UTM) functionalities. The software has been designed for the best usability: very easy to install, use and manage and still greatly flexible. The feature suite includes stateful packet inspection firewall, application-level proxies for various protocols (HTTP, FTP, POP3, SMTP) with antivirus support, virus and spam-filtering for email traffic (POP and SMTP), content filtering of Web traffic and a "hassle free" VPN solution (based on both OpenVPN and IPsec).
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DreamShell
Operating system for the Sega Dreamcast
The Dreamshell is the operating system for the Sega Dreamcast based on the KallistiOS kernel. It has a dynamic loadable modular system and interface for creating applications with XML UI and both C/C++ and Lua scripts on. You can see examples in ready-made applications and modules, drivers for various devices, formats and interfaces. Examples for audio and video decoding, compression, packaging, binding, network, emulation, scripts and more. From hardcore low-level assembler to high-level applications. There is also large subproject is the ISO Loader, which contains emulation of BIOS system calls, CDDA playback, and VMU, also it can hooking interrupts for various SDKs and more. -
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Pop!_OS
A project for managing all Pop!_OS sources
Pop!_OS repository serves as the central source code hub for Pop!_OS, a Linux distribution developed by System76 and based on Ubuntu, designed to deliver a polished and performance-oriented desktop experience. It contains packaging, configuration, and system-level customizations that define how Pop!_OS behaves and differentiates itself from standard Ubuntu installations. The project integrates system tools, hardware optimizations, and user interface components into a cohesive operating system tailored for developers, creators, and power users. Pop!_OS is known for its out-of-the-box support for both AMD and NVIDIA GPUs, as well as features like disk encryption, power management profiles, and streamlined workspace navigation. The repository also plays a key role in coordinating updates, managing dependencies, and maintaining compatibility across the system. -
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OctoPi
Raspberry PI distro for controlling 3D printers over the web
OctoPrint is a snappy web interface for your 3D printer that allows you to control and monitor all aspects of your 3D printer and print jobs right from within any browser on your network. OctoPi includes the OctoPrint software for 3d printer and a mjpg-streamer, which can be used to stream JPEG files over an IP-based network. Includes RaspiCam support. Learn how you can support OctoPrint here. https://octoprint.org/support-octoprint/ -
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Puter
The Internet OS! Free, Open-Source, and Self-Hostable
Puter is a browser-based personal operating system and file explorer built entirely with web technologies. It mimics the experience of a traditional desktop OS, allowing users to manage files, launch apps, and interact with a graphical interface—all within a web browser. The project is designed to be both functional and nostalgic, combining the aesthetic of retro operating systems with modern development tools like React and Tailwind CSS. Puter offers a self-hostable, customizable environment for those seeking an online workspace or hobby project. -
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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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ProzillaOS
Web-based operating system inspired by Ubuntu Linux and Windows
ProzillaOS is a lightweight, user-friendly Linux distribution based on Arch Linux, designed to offer a fast, minimal, and easy-to-use experience out of the box. Tailored for new users and enthusiasts who enjoy the power of Arch with added usability, ProzillaOS provides a curated desktop environment with pre-installed essential applications, graphical tools for package management, and a clean, modern aesthetic. Its goal is to maintain a balance between simplicity and customization, making it suitable for both daily drivers and power users. -
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Rockstor
BTRFS based NAS and private cloud storage solution
Rockstor is a Network Attached Storage (NAS) and private cloud storage solution based on advanced Linux technologies like BTRFS, Docker and others. In addition to standard NAS features like file sharing via NFS, Samba, SFTP and AFP, advanced features such as online volume management, CoW Snapshots, asynchronous replication, compression, and bitrot protection are supported based on BTRFS. Rockstor also provides apps like ownCloud, Syncthing, OpenVPN, and Plex to name a few. Apps or "Rock-ons" are powered by a Docker-based application hosting framework. And new ones can be simply added. These Rock-ons, combined with advanced NAS features, turn Rockstor into a private cloud storage solution accessible from anywhere, giving users complete control of cost, ownership, privacy and data security. Rockstor UI is written in Javascript, making it simple to manage everything from your Web browser. The backend is written in Python and exposes RESTful APIs to easily extend functionality! -
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linuxhub-prime
v3.1.5
Updated March 20, 2026 Daily/Weekly builds: https://archive.org/details/linuxhub-prime-2026.03.28-v-3.1.5-x-86-64 Magnet for latest release: magnet:?xt=urn:btih:0ed1d7e4c917f743d719efaa3c61d3d415037617&dn=Linuxhub-Prime-2026.03.10-v3.1.5-x86_64 Introducing DistroViews: https://distroviews.xyz/ Legacy Versions: https://linuxhub.link/legacy.php Internet Connection Required... only calamares supports 1 offline option. Desktops... you have 20+ environments to choose from. by default the environments are set up with prime customizations. you have the option to install them vanilla (stock) if you prefer. There's even a No Desktop (server mode) option. Included Software... you will get basic software for Audio/Video, Office/Documents, Web Browsing and Image Editing. Software Sources... flatpak, pacman and aur sources Support https://linuxhub.link/donate.php DistroWatch: https://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=linuxhub LiveCD us
