Chimbalix is a Linux distribution focused on everyday desktop use, internet independence, and autonomy. It's fast, versatile, and ready to use out of the box.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
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- Linux
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Ubuntu Alternatives
The top-rated alternative to Ubuntu is Linux Mint, which is free and open source. People also recommend Kubuntu, Debian, Fedora and Xubuntu. There's no shortage of Operating Systems like Ubuntu, with more than 100 alternatives for Linux, self-hosting, Windows, Mac and the web.
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172 MaboxLinux alternativesMabox Linux is based on Manjaro, featuring a customized Openbox window manager preconfigured to be ready to use.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Linux
- Manjaro Linux
Poland
EU
+6
163 Bluestar Linux alternativesBluestar Linux is an Arch Linux-based distribution, built with an understanding that people want and need a solid Operating System that provides a breadth of functionality and ease of use without sacrificing aesthetics.
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- Free
- Open Source
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- Linux
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Infinitive OS is an open-source project created to replace windows and macOS, it mounts the latest versions of the Linux kernel and contains open source components but also proprietary software. It has the KDE desktop environment pre-installed
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Linux
+3
169 MidnightBSD alternativesBSD-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
United States
125 Parsix alternativesParsix GNU/Linux is a live and installation DVD based on Debian GNU/Linux. The project's goal is to provide a ready-to-use and easy-to-install operating system based on .
Platforms
- Linux
- Global
RebeccaBlackOS is a Debian-based live distribution which can be used to run Wayland desktop sessions. RebeccaBlackOS can run a number of popular open source desktop environments on top of a Wayland graphical session.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Linux
+4
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Linux
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165 Lunar Linux alternativesLunar Linux is a source based Linux distribution. It is built entirely by compiling source code, using custom optimizations.
Platforms
- Linux
Arch under the hood, Hyprland on the surface, and the polish of macOS on top — one open system that feels right whether it's your first Linux or your tenth. Nothing here needs a terminal, and nothing can't be undone. Make yourself at home.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (AGPL-3.0)
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
+3
172 Pearl OS alternativesPearl Linux OS has been available for free download since 12/2014 with our first release simply titled Pearl Linux. It was based on the 14.04 released version of Ubuntu. That release was using the XFCE desktop environment.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
+3
136 Kano OS alternativesAn open-source OS for exploration, creation, and play. Kano OS is based on the Raspbian OS which itself is based on Debian, a Linux based operating system.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
- Raspberry Pi
United Kingdom
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