Windows XP Alternatives

Alternatives list

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   Netrunner

    15 likes

   Netrunner is an Debian -based distribution with a focus on desktop computing. It boasts a carefully tuned KDE Plasma Plasma 5 desktop.

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Linux Distro

   Platforms

   • Linux

   

   

   

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   WattOS

    10 likes

   wattOS is a fast desktop Linux distribution based on Debian. Using the lightweight Openbox window manager as its default user interface, the distribution strives to be as energy-efficient as possible...

   165 WattOS alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Linux Distro

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Linux

   

   

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   Slax

    28 likes

   Slax is a minimalist desktop live CD based on Debian's "stable" branch, it boots into a simple desktop using the Fluxbox window manager which offers a small collection of applications.

   49 Slax alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Linux Distro

   Origin

   • Czechia
   • EU

   Platforms

   • Linux

   

   

   

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   Zorin OS

   Linux-based OS designed for familiar user experience, mimicking Windows or macOS, supports dual-boot, runs Windows apps via WINE, pre-installed essential software, customizable desktop layouts, broad hardware compatibility, and p...

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   AV Linux

    8 likes

   AV Linux is a versatile, MX Linux-based distribution featuring a large collection of audio and video production software.

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Linux Distro

   Platforms

   • Linux

   

   

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   Damn Small Linux

    29 likes

   Damn Small Linux is a very versatile 50MB mini desktop oriented Linux distribution.

   54 Damn Small Linux alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • Linux Distro

   Origin

   • International

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux

   

   

   

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   eComStation

    1 like

   eComStation is an operating system based on IBM OS/2 that runs on current hardware.

   Cost / License

   • Paid
   • Proprietary

   Application type

   • Operating System

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Self-Hosted

   

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    illumos

     19 likes

    illumos is a free and open-source Unix operating system. It derives from OpenSolaris, which in turn derives from SVR4 UNIX and Berkeley Software Distribution (BSD). illumos comprises a kernel, device drivers, system libraries, and utility software for system administration.

    169 illumos alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    • Operating System

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    

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    Parabola

     17 likes

    A project providing a fully free (as in freedom) derivative of Arch Linux. Inheriting Arch's lightweight and flexibility, Parabola offers software freedom plus all power to the users.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    • Linux Distro

    Platforms

    • Linux

    

    

    

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    ZevenOS

     4 likes

    ZevenOS is an Ubuntu -based GNU/Linux distribution with focus on providing a fast and easy-to-use system with BeOS-like user interface and support for older hardware.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    • Linux Distro

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux

    

    

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    SolydXK

     8 likes

    SolydX and SolydK are Debian based distributions with the Xfce and KDE Plasma desktop. SolydXK aims to be simple to use, providing an environment that is both stable and secure.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    • Operating System

    Platforms

    • Linux

    

    

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    Macpup

     3 likes

    Macpup is a minimalist desktop Linux distribution based on Puppy Linux . It uses Enlightenment as the default window manager and provides a user interface resembling that of Apple's macOS .

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    • Linux Distro

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux

    

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    openmamba

     8 likes

    openmamba GNU/Linux is a ready-to-use operating system for netbooks, notebooks, desktop and server personal computers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    • Linux Distro

    Origin

    • Italy
    • EU

    Platforms

    • Linux

    

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