Operating Systems for Linux

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  1. Linux Mint icon
     1165 likes

    Desktop-focused Linux system offering custom menus, multimedia codecs, browser plugins, native DVD playback, and integrated software manager with user-friendly tools.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara"
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    +4
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    182 alternatives
    4.7
    Excellent72 reviews
  2. Ubuntu icon
     2364 likes

    Ubuntu is a community developed, Linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Ubuntu
    Ubuntu 24.04 with Gnome 46
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    +1
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    165 alternatives
    3.8
    Good48 reviews
  3. Debian icon
     1156 likes

    The Debian Project is an association of individuals who have made common cause to create a free operating system. This operating system that we have created is called Debian.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    Debian 9 gnome.
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    +2
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    198 alternatives
    4.3
    Very Good34 reviews
  4. Fedora icon
     594 likes

    Fedora creates an innovative, free, and open source platform for hardware, clouds, and containers that enables software developers and community members to build tailored solutions for their users.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Fedora 38
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    +9
    XFCE spin
    182 alternatives
    4.6
    Excellent44 reviews
  5. Arch Linux icon
     782 likes

    Arch Linux is an independently developed, x86_64 optimized GNU/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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop
    another arch with KDE 4.3 desktop
    arch for console addict
    +1
    arch with openbox window manager
    199 alternatives
    4.6
    Excellent31 reviews
  6. Tails icon
     249 likes

    The Amnesic Incognito Live System (Tails) is a Debian 9 based live CD/USB with the goal of providing complete Internet anonymity for the user. The product ships with several Internet applications, including web browser, IRC client, mail client...

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Tor Browser
    • GNOME
    • Tor
    • Thunderbird
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    130 alternatives
    5.0
    Excellent11 reviews
  7. Linux kernel icon
     319 likes

    The Linux kernel is the core component of the Linux operating system. It's responsible for managing the system's resources and facilitating communication between hardware and software. It was first created by Linus Torvalds in 1991 and is open-source, allowing for...

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    17 alternatives
    4.7
    Excellent13 reviews
  8. Manjaro Linux icon
     330 likes

    Manjaro is a user-friendly Linux distribution based on the independently developed Arch operating system. Within the Linux community, Arch itself is renowned for being an exceptionally fast, powerful, and lightweight distribution that provides access to the very latest cutting...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    Manjaro 19.0 Kyria (Xfce)
    Manjaro 17.0 Gellivara (KDE)
    Manjaro 17.0 Gellivara (I3)
    +5
    Manjaro 17.0 Gellivara (I3)
    179 alternatives
    4.3
    Very Good28 reviews
  9. YunoHost icon
     141 likes

    YunoHost is a Debian GNU/Linux based distribution packaged with free software that automates the installation of a personal web server. The purpose of YunoHost is to allow users to easily host their own web services by enabling a simple point-and-click web interface for...

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Debian
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    Install your server with ease, you already have everything at home
    35 alternatives
    4.8
    Excellent11 reviews
  10. Zorin OS icon
     136 likes

    Linux-based operating system with a customizable interface for Windows users, dual-boot support, WINE compatibility, pre-installed software, and easy setup.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Windows 10 layout
    Windows 11 layout
    MacOS layout
    +7
    Deepin layout
    184 alternatives
    3.7
    Good16 reviews
  11. CachyOS icon
     35 likes

    CachyOS is designed to deliver lightning-fast speeds and stability, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable computing experience every time you use it. Whether you're a seasoned Linux user or just starting out, CachyOS is the ideal choice for those looking for a powerful...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    71 alternatives
  12. Pop!_OS icon
     96 likes

    Pop!_OS is an operating system for STEM and creative professionals who use their computer as a tool to discover and create. Unleash your potential on secure, reliable open source software. Based on your exceptional curiosity, we sense you have a lot of it.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    +1
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    175 alternatives
    4.2
    Very Good18 reviews
  13. EndeavourOS icon
     59 likes

    EndeavourOS is an Arch-based distro that provides an Arch experience without the hassle of installing it manually for both x86_64 and ARM systems. After installation, you’re provided with a lightweight and almost barebones environment ready to be explored with your terminal...

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Welcome window
    Application menu
    KDE System Settings panel
    163 alternatives
    4.9
    Excellent11 reviews
  14. OpenWrt icon
     140 likes

    OpenWrt Project is a Linux operating system targeting embedded devices. Instead of trying to create a single, static firmware, OpenWrt provides a fully writable filesystem with package management. This frees you from the application selection and configuration provided by the...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    +6
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    21 alternatives
  15. postmarketOS icon
     48 likes

    postmarketOS extends the free and open source operating system Alpine Linux to run on smartphones and other mobile devices. Alpine is a security-oriented, light-weight Linux distribution based on musl libc and BusyBox.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Linux Mobile
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    +1
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    38 alternatives
  16. Gentoo icon
     163 likes

    Gentoo Linux is a versatile, fast, highly configurable and completely free Linux and FreeBSD distribution geared towards developers and network professionals.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • FreeBSD
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    189 alternatives
    4.8
    Excellent8 reviews
  17. Ubuntu Touch icon
     207 likes

    Ubuntu Touch is the Ubuntu operating system for mobile phones originally created by Canonical and now developed by the UBports Community.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    +3
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    43 alternatives
    4.7
    Excellent41 reviews
  18. Bazzite icon
     31 likes

    Bazzite is a custom gaming Linux distro built from ublue-os/main and ublue-os/nvidia using Fedora technology, which means expanded hardware support and built in drivers are included.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    +3
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    17 alternatives