Synex

Focus on what matters
Solid foundation, simple experience: designed for businesses and users who want to work without distractions.

Effortless Setup: Quick and easy installation process to get you up and running in no time.
Streamlined Performance: Optimized for speed and efficiency, ensuring a smooth user experience.

About Synex
Synex is an innovative Linux distribution crafted in Argentina, built on the robust foundation of Debian. Our mission is to deliver a minimalist and stable operating system that caters to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individual users seeking a straightforward computing experience. We prioritize simplicity without compromising on performance, ensuring that our users can focus on what truly matters.

Key Features of Synex
Focused: Designed with a clean and intuitive interface that enhances productivity.
Stable: Built on top of Debian, providing a reliable and secure platform for all your needs.

Features

Multiple desktop environments: KDE, Gnome, XFCE, MATE, COSMIC, LXDE, Openbox and ICEWM.
Server version
Built on top of Debian Stable
Semi-rolling edition available
https://synex.ar
https://forum.synex.ar
https://www.youtube.com/@SynexAR
https://repo.synex.ar/
Alternative downloads: https://repo.synex.ar/iso
https://t.me/synex_ar
https://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=synex

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License

Creative Commons Attribution ShareAlike License V3.0, GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3), GNU Library or Lesser General Public License version 3.0 (LGPLv3), MIT License

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jluis Posted 2026-08-10

I've been using Synex on my laptop for several weeks now, and it's definitely one of my favorite distributions. What makes Synex interesting?: (In my opinion). - Debian-based: Synex is based on Debian. This gives it access to a huge ecosystem of packages and a very mature foundation. It also offers both a stable Debian-based version and a semi-rolling release. - It’s minimalist, as it doesn’t come with much pre-installed software. - Different desktop environments: There are currently editions with KDE Plasma, GNOME, XFCE, MATE, LXDE, Openbox, IceWM, and COSMIC. - Older hardware: XFCE, LXDE, Openbox, or IceWM can be good options for a PC with limited resources. - Proprietary tools: Synex includes its own tools and repositories. For example, its Synex Package Manager features recommended applications with one-click installation and support for Flatpak. - Wizard for installing NVIDIA drivers. - Server: Synex also offers a Server edition with easy administration and support for ZFS, EXT4, XFS, and BTRFS.

Reply from Synex

Posted 2026-08-11

Thanks for your comments!
joz9 Posted 2026-07-18

This looks like a good distro. But the problem is that we need a Torrent option for download please. SourceForge is dead slow, most of the time. And sometimes download fails, so I am wasting my 4G data.

Reply from Synex

Posted 2026-07-31

Hi joz! Hope you're doing well. We're currently working on an alternative download link to use. Soon we'll publish them in our website. Have a nice day!
darkswordreams Edited 2026-01-20

top first choice of new software to try 2026, it may compete with SUSE in many ways, I plan a startup alone, this can be on an external SSD to boot.

Reply from Synex

Posted 2026-07-31

Thanks for your comments!

Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Linux

Languages

English, Spanish

Intended Audience

Advanced End Users, Developers, End Users/Desktop, Information Technology, Management, System Administrators

User Interface

Console/Terminal, Gnome, KDE

Registered

2025-09-24

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