Debian Alternatives

Debian is described as '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' and is a leading Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Debian for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, Windows, Mac and BSD apps. The best Debian alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Debian are Ubuntu, Arch Linux, Fedora and Manjaro Linux.

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  1. Windows 11 icon
     43 likes

    Experience the latest Windows OS with a new Start menu, integrated Teams, and gaming technologies like Auto HDR. Improved security with stricter requirements enhances protection, and seamless Microsoft Account integration makes it ideal for modern devices.

    167 Windows 11 alternatives

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    • Windows
     
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    Windows 11 vs Debian Comments
    Kelson V
    Negative
    0

    I still don't like Windows 11 as an alternative to Windows 10.

    • Windows 11 is Paid and ProprietaryDebian is Free and Open Source
  2. Windows 10 icon
     413 likes

    Versatile OS with universal app architecture, free first-year offer for Windows 7 and 8.1 users, redesigned mouse-touch UI, virtual desktop, Microsoft Edge, upgraded security, and enhanced graphics for gaming, supporting fingerprint and face recognition login.

    177 Windows 10 alternatives

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    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
     
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    Windows 10 vs Debian Comments
    Buster_Blue
    Negative
    15

    It isn't open-source, it's not nearly as customization, and it doesn't give the same level of freedom that Debian does regarding what you can do with it. Windows 10 also doesn't have any kind of package managing system, which is painful to lose once you've gotten used to using them. It does have a moderately good shell however, (at least better than its former shell) and because of its popularity, it has a lot of 3rd party support.

    Sega Dreamcast
    Negative
    2

    Not even close to as flexable or secure. Using Windows for server purposes is no different than wearing a target mask at a shooting range.

    • Windows 10 is Paid and ProprietaryDebian is Free and Open Source
  3. MX Linux icon
     38 likes

    MX Linux is an operating system - a cooperative venture between the antiX and former MEPIS communities. It is a midweight OS that combines an elegant and efficient desktop with simple configuration, high stability and solid performance.

    179 MX Linux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
     
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    MX Linux vs Debian Comments
    sparktrix
    Positive
    0

    Possibly the best linux distro for beginners, full-featured yet still a fast and responsive OS. Lots of GUI tools for customization, it's entirely possible you don't have to use terminals for any task.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • MX Linux is Free and Open SourceDebian is also Free and Open Source
  4. Solus icon
     70 likes

    Solus Operating System is a Linux distribution built from scratch, exclusively for desktop systems. There is no scope-creep associated with generic platforms, and the project aims to provide a modern and focused desktop-centric solution, that is designed to keep out of the way...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
     
  5. OpenBSD icon
     67 likes

    The OpenBSD project produces a FREE, multi-platform 4.4BSD-based UNIX-like operating system. Our efforts emphasize portability, standardization, correctness, proactive security and integrated cryptography.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
     
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    OpenBSD vs Debian Comments
    OAKSIF0
    Positive
    1

    OpenBSD is stable and fast and secure just like Debian. Both of these operating systems have been used as a base to create secure computing environments which is needed today.

    • OpenBSD is Free and Open SourceDebian is also Free and Open Source
    • OpenBSD is Security-focusedDebian is not according to our users
  6. Haiku icon
     101 likes

    Haiku is an open-source operating system that specifically targets personal computing. Inspired by the BeOS, Haiku is fast, simple to use, easy to learn and yet very powerful.

    224 Haiku alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Haiku
    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. Deepin icon
     61 likes

    Deepin is a reinterpretation to creativity and individuality. It is not only a rebirth to the system appearance, but also a brand-new upgrade to the operating experience! All of this lets deepin become the best partner of your computer.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
     
  8. Devuan icon
     15 likes

    Devuan GNU+Linux is a fork of Debian without systemd that allows users to reclaim control over their system by avoiding unnecessary entanglements and ensuring Init Freedom.

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    • Linux
     
  9. Rocky Linux icon
     17 likes

    Rocky Linux is a community enterprise operating system designed to be 100% bug-for-bug compatible with America's top enterprise Linux distribution now that its downstream partner has shifted direction. It is under intensive development by the community.

    173 Rocky Linux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
     
  10. Ubuntu Server icon
     42 likes

    The leading platform for scale-out computing, Ubuntu Server helps you make the most of your infrastructure. Whether you want to deploy an OpenStack cloud, a Hadoop cluster or a 50,000-node render farm, Ubuntu Server delivers the best value scale-out performance available.

    184 Ubuntu Server alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
     
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