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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
  • 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
  • Lubuntu

  • Lubuntu is a faster, more lightweight and energy saving variant of Ubuntu using LXDE, the lightweight X11 Desktop Environment.

    tags: customizable debian-based lightweight linux-operating-systems lxde
  • Ubuntu MATE

  • Ubuntu Mate is a stable, easy-to-use operating system with a configurable desktop environment. Ideal for those who want the most out of their desktops, laptops and netbooks and prefer a traditional desktop metaphor. With modest hardware requirements it is suitable for modern workstations and older hardware alike.

    tags: debian-based lightweight linux-based linux-operating-systems live-cd
  • Puppy Linux

  • Linux is a free operating system, and Puppy Linux is a special build of Linux meant to make computing easy and fast.

    tags: bootable-cd bootable-iso bootable-usb cd-boot cd-booting
  • Antergos

  • Antergos, as its father, Arch Linux , is a rolling release distro. It started life under the name of Cinnarch, combining the Cinnamon desktop with the Arch Linux distribution, but the project has moved on from its original goals and now offers a choice of several desktops, including GNOME 3 (default), Cinnamon, Razor-qt and Xfce. Antergos also provides its own graphical installation program. »

    tags: arch-based auto-installer gnome 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
  • 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
  • Bodhi Linux

  • A minimalistic Linux distribution based on Ubuntu and the Enlightenment desktop environment.

    tags: linux-operating-systems minimalistic operating-system ubuntu ubuntu-based
  • Illumos

  • Illumos is a derivative of OS/Net (aka ON), which basically is a Solaris/ OpenSolaris kernel with the bulk of the drivers, core libraries, and basic utilities. It is dependent on OS/Net, which Illumos will follow very closely while allowing to retain changes to code which might be unacceptable to upstream OpenSolaris . Illumos is aiming at 100% ABI (Application Binary Interface) compatibility with Solaris ON, focusing just on the core foundation blocks. »

    tags: open-solaris operating-system solaris unix
  • Porteus

  • Porteus is a complete linux operating system that is optimized to run from CD, USB flash drive, hard drive, or other bootable storage media. It's small (under 300Mb) and insanely fast which allows you to start up and get online while most other operating systems are left spitting dust. Porteus comes in both 32 & 64 bit and aims to keep on the bleeding edge. It also supports several different languages and the user forum has language sections.

    tags: kiosk-browser lightweight linux-operating-systems live-cd liveusb
  • Tiny Core Linux

  • Tiny Core Linux (TCL) is a minimal Linux operating system focusing on providing a base system using BusyBox and FLTK. The lead developer of the project is Robert Shingledecker. The distribution is notable for its size under 12 Megabyte, with additional functionality provided by extensions of which there are more than 3200. Tiny Core Linux is Free open source software and is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.

    tags: lightweight linux-operating-systems minimalistic operating-system
  • Slax

  • Slax is a modern, portable, small and fast Linux operating system with a modular approach and outstanding design. SLAX is a LiveCD Linux distribution based on Slackware . Despite its small size, Slax provides a wide collection of pre-installed software for daily use, including a well organized graphical user interface and useful recovery tools for system administrators.

    tags: Discontinued lightweight linux-operating-systems live-cd operating-system