Zenwalk Linux AlternativesOperating Systems & Linux Distros like Zenwalk Linux

Zenwalk Linux is described as '(formerly Minislack) is a Slackware -based GNU/Linux operating system with a goal of being slim and fast by using only one application per task and with focus on graphical desktop and multimedia usage' and is a operating system in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Zenwalk Linux for a variety of platforms, including Linux, BSD, Self-Hosted, Mac and Windows apps. The best Zenwalk Linux alternative is Debian, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Zenwalk Linux are Arch Linux, Pop!_OS, Xubuntu and FreeBSD.

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Zenwalk Linux alternatives page was last updated Aug 19, 2019
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  1. Debian icon
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    Debian

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    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.

    198 Debian alternatives
    Debian 9 gnome.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
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    Top Debian Features

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Low memory usage
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  Package Control
    5.  Lightweight
    6.  Based on Debian
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Privacy focused
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Command line interface
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Works Offline
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    • Debian is the most popular Windows, Linux & Self-Hosted alternative to Zenwalk Linux.

    • Debian is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Zenwalk Linux.

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceZenwalk Linux is also Free and Open Source
    • Debian is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedZenwalk Linux is not according to our users
  2. Arch Linux icon
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    Arch Linux

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    Arch Linux is an independently developed, x86_64 optimized GNU/Linux distribution targeted at competent Linux users. It uses pacman, its home-grown package manager, to provide updates to the latest software applications with full dependency tracking.

    198 Arch Linux alternatives
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    arch for console addict
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    arch with openbox window manager

    Top Arch Linux Features

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Rolling Release
    3.  Lightweight
    4.  Arch User Repository
    5.  Wiki documentation
    6.  Minimalistic
    7.  Community-based
    8.  Linux-based
    9.  Bleeding edge
    10.  No Tracking
    11.  Privacy focused
    12.  Ad-free
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  4. Pop!_OS icon
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    Pop!_OS

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    Pop!_OS is an operating system for STEM and creative professionals who use their computer as a tool to discover and create. Unleash your potential on secure, reliable open source software. Based on your exceptional curiosity, we sense you have a lot of it.

    173 Pop!_OS alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    Top Pop!_OS Features

    1.  Based on Ubuntu
    2.  Customizable
    3.  User friendly
    4.  Linux-based
    5.  Automatic window tiling
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Content creators
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Privacy focused
    11.  Configurable
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  5. Xubuntu icon
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    Xubuntu

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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.

    189 Xubuntu alternatives
    Xubuntu 19.10

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Xubuntu Desktop

    Xubuntu Features

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Based on Ubuntu
    3.  XFCE support
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Based on Debian
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Privacy focused
    8.  No Tracking
    Xubuntu iconZenwalk Linux Icon

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  6. FreeBSD icon
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    FreeBSD

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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...

    196 FreeBSD alternatives
    FreeBSD screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    FreeBSD screenshot 1

    FreeBSD Features

    1.  Unix-like
    2.  Geeky
    3.  ARM support
    4.  Package Control
    5.  Privacy focused
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Lightweight
    8.  Ad-free
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  7. Lubuntu icon
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    Lubuntu

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    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.

    190 Lubuntu alternatives
    The new LXQt desktop.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    Top Lubuntu Features

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Based on Ubuntu
    3.  Debian package compatible
    4.  Customizable
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Privacy focused
    10.  Based on Debian
    11.  Unix-like
    12.  XFCE support
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  9. EndeavourOS icon
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    EndeavourOS

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    EndeavourOS is an Arch-based distro that provides an Arch experience without the hassle of installing it manually for both x86_64 and ARM systems. After installation, you’re provided with a lightweight and almost barebones environment ready to be explored with your terminal...

    174 EndeavourOS alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Top EndeavourOS Features

    1.  Rolling Release
    2.  Customizable
    3.  Lightweight
    4.  Privacy focused
    5.  Desktop Environment
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Works Offline
    11.  Portable
    12.  Command line interface
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  10. Gentoo icon
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    Gentoo

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    Gentoo Linux is a versatile, fast, highly configurable and completely free Linux and FreeBSD distribution geared towards developers and network professionals.

    190 Gentoo alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    • FreeBSD

    Gentoo Features

    1.  Rolling Release
    2.  Customizable
    3.  Linux-based
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    Gentoo iconZenwalk Linux Icon

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  11. Ubuntu MATE icon
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    Ubuntu MATE

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    Ubuntu Mate is a stable, easy-to-use operating system with a configurable desktop environment. Ideal for those who want the most out of their desktops, laptops and netbooks and prefer a traditional desktop metaphor.

    201 Ubuntu MATE alternatives
    Ubuntu MATE screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Ubuntu MATE Features

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Based on Ubuntu
    5.  Linux-based
    6.  ARM support
    7.  Based on Debian
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  12. Alpine Linux icon
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    Alpine Linux

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    Alpine Linux is a security-oriented, lightweight Linux distribution based on musl libc and busybox.

    86 Alpine Linux alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Alpine Linux Features

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  Security-focused
    Alpine Linux iconZenwalk Linux Icon

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  13. Slackware icon
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    Slackware

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    Slackware Linux is an advanced Linux operating system, designed with the twin goals of ease of use and stability as top priorities. Including the latest popular software while retaining a sense of tradition, providing simplicity and ease of use alongside flexibility and power...

    173 Slackware alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Slackware screenshot 1

    Slackware Features

    1.  Minimalistic
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  Lightweight
    5.  Customizable
    Slackware iconZenwalk Linux Icon

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    Comments about Slackware as an Alternative to Zenwalk Linux
     
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    zenwalk is a derivative of slackware

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    • Slackware is Free and Open SourceZenwalk Linux is also Free and Open Source
    • Slackware is Privacy focused and LightweightZenwalk Linux is not according to our users
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    Void Linux

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    Void is a general purpose operating system, based on the monolithic Linux® kernel. Its package system allows you to quickly install, update and remove software; software is provided in binary packages or can be built directly from sources with the help of the XBPS source...

    214 Void Linux alternatives
    Void's desktops: XFCE, Enlightenment and MATE

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Void Linux Features

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  GNU/linux-libre
    3.  Linux-based
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    Void Linux iconZenwalk Linux Icon

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