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  • Arch Linux

  • Arch Linux is an independently developed, i686- and x86_64-optimised Linux distribution targeted at competent Linux users. It uses pacman, its home-grown package manager, to provide updates to the latest software applications with full dependency tracking. Operating on a rolling release system, Arch can be installed from a CD image or via an FTP server. The default install provides a solid base that enables users to create a custom installation. In addition, the Arch Build System (ABS) provides a way to easily build new packages, modify the configuration of stock packages, and share these packages with other users via the Arch Linux user repository. »

    tags: lightweight linux-based linux-operating-systems operating-system rolling-release
  • elementary OS

  • elementary OS is a free, fast and aesthetically pleasing operating system based on Ubuntu .

    tags: beautiful-design-easy-to-use configurable debian-package-compatibility gnu gnu-linux
  • Xubuntu

  • Xubuntu is an elegant and easy-to-use operating system. Xubuntu comes with Xfce, which is a stable, light and configurable desktop environment.

    tags: debian debian-based gnome-based lightweight linux-operating-systems
  • Kali Linux

  • Kali Linux is a Debian-derived Linux distribution designed for digital forensics and penetration testing, originally forked from Backtrack Linux by the Offensive Security team.

    tags: debian-based hacking linux-based linux-operating-systems live-cd
  • Kubuntu

  • Kubuntu is an official "flavor" of Ubuntu that uses the KDE desktop environment instead of the default Unity . This gives it a completely different look and feel.

    tags: debian-based desktop-application kde-shell linux-operating-systems operating-system
  • SliTaz

  • SliTaz GNU/Linux LiveCD operating system. "SliTaz is a free operating system, working completely in RAM and booting from removable media such as a cdrom or USB key. SliTaz is distributed as a LiveCD, and weighs less than 30MB. The system is quick and responsive, clean and robust. SliTaz is simple and intuitive, providing a lightweight, elegant desktop, detailed documentation and easy to use configuration tools."

    tags: live-cd operating-system
  • KDE neon

  • KDE neon is a Kubuntu-based Linux distribution and live DVD featuring the latest KDE Plasma desktop and other KDE community software. Besides the installable DVD image, the project provides a rapidly-evolving software repository with all the latest KDE software. Two editions of the product are available - a "User" edition, designed for those interested in checking out the latest KDE software as it gets released, and a "Developer's" edition, created as a platform for testing cutting-edge KDE applications. »

    tags: community-based configurable debian-based kde kubuntu
  • Alpine Linux

  • Alpine Linux is a security-oriented, lightweight Linux distribution based on musl libc and busybox.

    tags: lightweight linux-operating-systems operating-system security-focused
  • BackBox Linux

  • BackBox is a Linux distribution based on Ubuntu developed to perform penetration tests and security assessments. Designed to be fast, easy to use and to provide a minimal yet complete desktop environment thanks to its own software repositories always been updated to the last stable version of the most known and used ethical hacking tools.

    tags: ethical-hacking linux-operating-systems operating-system penetration-testing ubuntu-based
  • BlackArch

  • BlackArch Linux is an Arch Linux -based distribution for penetration testers and security researchers. The repository contains 1218 tools. You can install tools individually or in groups. BlackArch Linux is compatible with existing Arch installs.

    tags: arch-based linux-operating-systems operating-system penetration-testing vulnerability
  • Edubuntu

  • Edubuntu is an educational operating system that is a part of the Ubuntu family. It aims to make Ubuntu, the popular Linux-based operating system, a great choice for the computing needs of children, students, parents, teachers, and schools.

    tags: educational operating-system ubuntu
  • CrunchBang Plus Plus

  • CrunchBang++ is an open source and completely free [of cost (#!++ does include several of Debian’s non-free packages as well as the non-free repository)] computer operating system, designed as a continuation of the CrunchBang Linux distribution, based on newer Debian 8 (Jessie) packages and built around the minimal and lightweight Openbox window manager.

    tags: debian-based gnu jwm linux-operating-systems xfce
  • Parrot Security OS

  • Parrot Security OS (or ParrotSec) is a GNU/LINUX distribution based on Debian. It was built in order to perform penetration tests (computer security), Vulnerability Assessment and Mitigation, Computer Forensics and Anonymous Surfing.

    tags: anonymity cryptography digital-forensics hac penetration-testing
  • BunsenLabs

  • BunsenLabs Linux is a distribution offering a light-weight and easily customizable Openbox desktop. The current release is Hydrogen, built on top of Debian Jessie. The project is a community continuation of CrunchBang Linux.

    tags: crunchbang debian-based lightweight linux-operating-systems openbox
  • Cyborg Linux

  • The most advanced, powerful and yet beautiful penetration testing distribution ever created.Lined up with ultimate collection of tools for pro Ethical Hackers and Cyber Security Experts.

    tags: ethical-hacking forensics linux-operating-systems penetration-testing