Windows XP Alternatives

Windows XP is described as 'Line of operating systems produced by Microsoft for use on personal computers, including home and business desktops, laptops, and media centers. The name "XP" is short for "experience"' and is a very popular operating system in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Windows XP for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, BSD and Self-Hosted apps. The best Windows XP alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Windows XP are Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora and Arch Linux.

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  1. FreeBSD icon
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    FreeBSD is an operating system used to power modern servers, desktops, and embedded platforms. A large community has continually developed it for more than thirty years. Its advanced networking, security, and storage features have made FreeBSD the platform of choice for many of...

    200 FreeBSD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
     
  2. Xubuntu icon
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    Xubuntu is an elegant and easy-to-use operating system. Xubuntu comes with Xfce, which is a stable, light and configurable desktop environment. It is based on Ubuntu Debian Linux.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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  3. Lubuntu icon
     247 likes

    Lubuntu is a fast and lightweight operating system with a clean and easy-to-use user interface. It is a Linux system, that uses the minimal desktop LXDE/LXQT.

    185 Lubuntu alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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  4. Raspberry Pi OS icon
     110 likes

    Raspberry Pi OS (previously called Raspbian) is the Foundation’s official supported operating system. You can install it with NOOBS or download the image below and follow our installation guide.

    197 Raspberry Pi OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  5. Windows 11 icon
     46 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.

    171 Windows 11 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. Red Hat is the leader in development, deployment, and management of Linux and open source solutions for Internet infrastructure - ranging from embedded devices to secure Web servers. Red Hat was founded in 1994 by visionary entrepreneurs Bob Young and Marc Ewing.

    189 Red Hat Enterprise Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  7. MX Linux icon
     42 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.

    186 MX Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  8. Haiku icon
     103 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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Haiku
     
  9. Deepin icon
     62 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.

    203 Deepin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  10. OpenBSD icon
     70 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.

    194 OpenBSD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
     
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