Puppy Linux
106 likes
Puppy Linux is a unique family of Linux distributions meant for the home-user computers. It was originally created by Barry Kauler in 2003.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-2.0)
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Linux
Features
Highlights All activities
Puppy Linux News & Activities
Recent News
No news, maybe you know any news worth sharing?
Share a News Tip
Recent activities
Patrick Emmabuntus added Puppy Linux as alternative to Emmabuntüs
Lucas Gabriel added Puppy Linux as alternative to Prototype Linux
alessandropatane added Puppy Linux as alternative to Linux PataOS
Paul added Puppy Linux as alternative to Vinix
Korbs added Puppy Linux as alternative to Mainstream OS- Paul added Puppy Linux as alternative to PorteuX
snowbirdcrossing added Puppy Linux as alternative to RakuOS
Manahil-Ali added Puppy Linux as alternative to RoshanOS- Nam Pham liked Puppy Linux
Paul added Puppy Linux as alternative to Shadowfetch Linux
Developed by
UnknownLicensing
Open Source (GPL-2.0) and Free product.Alternatives
207 alternatives listedBadge
Get an embeddable badge for Puppy LinuxSupported Languages
xenmaster's linux distro master list
I have noticed in general that the recommendation list for alternatives on this site is broken when it comes to Linux Distros. Often times when looking for a server distro or gaming distros, I will get generic recommendations. This list seeks to provide true alternatives based on use-cases for the most popular Linux distributions out there!
Update: I've updated this list with new entries and categories for 2026 in a brand-new list:
The Lightweight Champions (GNU/Linux Distros)
A personal list of what I think are the best light and easy-on-resources Linux distributions.
List of alternative operating systems for old 32 bit hardware
This is a list of alternative operating systems that we can install on old 32 bit computers. Unfortunately, each year more and more modern operating systems drop 32 bit support and this list may get out of date very quickly. The list including modern operating systems at the top that is more suitable for everyday home use which is becoming a real challenge these days to find. The list also include lightweight and experimental "hobby" operating systems toward the bottom that may not be suitable for everyday home use but has the potential.
Comments and Reviews
Sweet! ...Intuitive! You'll feel quickly at home with Puppy.. Smart choice of applications. Session can be automatically saved to USB. There's even a social (mind you quiet at this time) live chat application. One of my favorites.
I really like Puppy linux, for a nice quick and easy linux that runs completely from RAM. I first found this distro, when I was looking for a good linux that a friend of mine could run from his USB stick. He doesnt even need to reformat the Fat32 stick. It can just boot, and save your changes into a file on your stick, its great.
I have been using either LighthousePup or Fire Hydrant Inferno lately, because they come with more of what I use/need in my OSs. There are many variations of Puppy, they are called puplets. So A version might have more of what you are wanting, just look around for it.
Lighthousepup: http://www.lhpup.org/about.htm
Firehydrant: http://www.ttuuxxx.com/firehydrant/index01.html