The linux setup for everyone (freeware with GUI only and distro recommendations)

Darlene SonalderList by Darlene Sonalder, last updated Jun 10, 2026

BleachBit
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Similar to CCleaner but with no crap !
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application typeApplication types
System Cleaner
File Shredder
Platforms
Windows
Linux
Flathub
PortableApps.com
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Baobab Disk Usage Analyzer
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If your distro didn't come with a Disk Utility App install this one !
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
Disk Usage Analyzer
Platforms
Mac
Linux
BSD
Flathub
FreeBSD
GNOME
Homebrew
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CPU-X (by X0rg)
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Real time information on your CPU such as temp, etc...
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
System Information Utility
Platforms
Linux
BSD
Flathub
GParted
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Powerful disks and partitions manager for linux !
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Partition Manager
Disk Cloning Tool
Platforms
Linux
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Piper
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If you want to configure your mouse.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Key Mapping Tool
Mouse Remapping App
Platforms
Linux
Flatpak
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f.lux
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If your PC or distro have no blue light filter integrated that's the way
Cost / License
Free
Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Color Temperature Tool
Screen Dimmer
Platforms
Mac
Windows
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virt-manager
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For easy Virtual Machine in linux
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
Virtualization Tool
Platforms
Linux
BSD
Flathub
Flatpak

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