A simplified Linux distribution built from containers, for containers. Everything in RancherOS is managed by Docker, with minimum software needed to run Docker.

Talos Linux is described as 'Modern Linux distribution built for Kubernetes' and is a Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are four alternatives to Talos Linux for Linux, Kubernetes, Docker and Self-Hosted. The best Talos Linux alternative is RancherOS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Talos Linux are Kairos Linux, k3OS and LinuxKit.
A simplified Linux distribution built from containers, for containers. Everything in RancherOS is managed by Docker, with minimum software needed to run Docker.

Kairos is a cloud-native meta-Linux distribution that runs on Kubernetes and brings the power of the public cloud to your on-premises environment. With Kairos, you can build your own cloud with complete control and no vendor lock-in.
k3OS is purpose-built to simplify Kubernetes operations in low-resource computing environments. Installs fast. Boots faster. Managed through Kubernetes.