Operating Systems
Without an operating system, it’s rather difficult to operate a computer. From the mainstays like Windows, macOS, and Ubuntu, to rising stars like Linux Mint and ReactOS, to OSes on our mobile devices like iOS and Android, this software is the fundamental key to what the world sees as modern computing.
- 1099 likes175 Linux Mint alternatives
Linux Mint is one of the most popular desktop Linux distributions and used by millions of people. The purpose of Linux Mint is to produce a modern, elegant and comfortable operating system which is both powerful and easy to use. Latest: Wilma (22).
+8 - 2342 likes154 Ubuntu alternatives
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.
+1 - 1113 likes186 Debian alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- Self-Hosted
+2 - 557 likes177 Fedora alternatives
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.
+9 - 742 likes188 Arch Linux alternatives
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.
+1 - 921 likes46 Android alternatives
Open-source mobile operating system, seamlessly integrating with Google services, enabling extensive app support and hardware compatibility across brands.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Android
- Android Tablet
- Android Auto
- Android SDK
- Android Wear
- Android TV
+1Top Android Features
- 308 likes48 LineageOS alternatives
A free and open-source operating system for smartphones and tablet computers, based on the Android mobile platform. It is the successor to the highly popular custom ROM CyanogenMod, from which it was forked in December 2016 when Cyanogen Inc.
- 102 likes30 GrapheneOS alternatives
GrapheneOS is a privacy and security focused mobile OS with Android app compatibility developed as a non-profit open source project. It's focused on the research and development of privacy and security technology including substantial improvements to sandboxing, exploit...
- 224 likes134 Tails alternatives
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...
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Linux
- Electrum
- Tor Browser
- GNOME
- Tor
- VeraCrypt
- Thunderbird
- 326 likes180 Manjaro Linux alternatives
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...
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Linux
- Arch Linux
+5 - 294 likes18 Linux kernel alternatives
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...
- 413 likes173 Windows 10 alternatives
A versatile OS with universal app architecture, free initial year offer, redesigned UI for mouse and touch, virtual desktop, and improved security.
+1Windows 10 Features
- 334 likes182 openSUSE alternatives
openSUSE is a free and Linux-based operating system for your PC, Laptop or Server.
- 404 likes16 DOSBox alternatives
DOSBox is an emulator program which emulates an IBM PC compatible computer running a DOS operating system. Many IBM PC compatible graphics and sound cards are also emulated. This means that original DOS programs (including PC games) are provided with an environment in which they...
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- BSD
- FreeBSD
DOSBox Features
- 341 likes190 elementary OS alternatives
elementary OS is a free, fast and aesthetically pleasing operating system based on Ubuntu .
+11