Ubuntu Server Alternatives

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

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  1. Athena OS icon
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    Athena OS is an Arch-derived Linux distribution designed for penetration testing, bug-bounty hunting and InfoSec students. The distribution provides a way to connect directly to some of the e-learning hacking resources, such as Hack The Box, Offensive Security, PWNX and InfoSec...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  2. Storm-OS icon
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    Storm OS is a Linux distribution based on Arch, and LFS (Linux from Scratch)! developed by Ben Fitzpatrick with the contributions by silent robot, seeker, rayzer1981, yugiohmaster88, and more. FEATURES = XFCE and KDE desktops (Arch edition only!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • KDE
    • Arch Linux
    • Xfce
     
  3. MidnightBSD icon
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    BSD-derived desktop OS designed for usability, featuring graphical ports management, GNUstep system configuration, standard tools for daily tasks including email, web browsing, and word processing, supporting multiple licenses like BSD, X.org, and GNUstep.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
  4. Ubuntu Unity icon
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    Bringing the best of Ubuntu and Unity together, Ubuntu Unity is a beautiful, slick and lightweight Ubuntu flavour. With its beautiful design, efficient and elegant workflow, and features like the heads-up display (HUD), the Global Menu, powerful search and a high level of...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  5. Kaisen Linux icon
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    Kaisen Linux is a distribution for IT professional based on the Debian GNU/Linux distribution. It is a complete operating system whose originality is to provide a set of tools dedicated to system administration and covering all the needs for diagnosing and dealing with faults or...

    51 Kaisen Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  6. SolydXK icon
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    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

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  7. Laxer OS icon
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    Laxer OS is an Arch Linux-based distribution of Linux for work and everyday use. Our OS is available for any 64-bit computer, laptop, or tablet. Our distribution focuses on security, reliability, and performance, Laxer OS is a versatile, and simple Linux distribution designed to...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
     
  8. CRUX Linux icon
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    CRUX is a lightweight GNU/Linux distribution for the x86-64 architecture targeted at experienced users. The primary focus of this distribution is keep it simple, which is reflected in a straightforward tar.

    87 CRUX Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  9. Linspire icon
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    Linspire is a 64 bit Linux based OS, that is geared towards the business, education and government worker. It has all the applications business users will need for work, research and deployment among very high end desktop systems.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  10. Karoshi icon
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    Karoshi provides a simple graphical interface that allows for quick installation, setup and maintenance of a network.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  11. Calculate Linux is based on Gentoo that is well known for its stability and great performance on a broad range of hardware: from Pentium Pro to modern CPUs.

    158 Calculate Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
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