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4MLinux 39.0 [ 2022-01-30 | 1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1159 | 5 ]

4MLinux is a miniature Linux distribution focusing on four capabilities: maintenance (by using it as a system rescue live CD), multimedia (for example, for playing video DVDs), mini-server (using the inetd daemon), and mystery (meaning small Linux games).

Absolute Linux 15.0 [ 2022-02-06 | 2.9 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1330 | 5 ]

Absolute is a 64-bit Linux distribution based upon Slackware. It concentrates on desktop use to be ready for internet, multimedia, document, and general home use out of the box.

Alpine Linux 3.15.4 [ 2022-04-04 | 158-659 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2919 | 4 ]

Alpine Linux is an independent, general-purpose Linux distribution designed for power users who appreciate security, simplicity, and resource efficiency.

antiX Linux 21 [ 2021-10-31 | 1.2 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2029 | 5 ]

antiX is a fast, lightweight, and easy to install system-free Linux live CD distribution based on Debian Stable for Intel-AMD x86 compatible systems. It is perfect for older hardware.

Arch Linux 2021.05.01 [ 2022-05-02 | 734 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1535 | 4 ]

Arch Linux is an independently developed lightweight and flexible Linux distribution that tries to Keep It Simple.

ArchBang Linux 1004 [ 2022-04-10 | 1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2222 | 4 ]

ArchBang Linux is a simple Linux distribution based on the Archlinux system combined with Openbox window manager. Suitable for both desktop and portable systems. It is light, fast, and stable.

Archman Linux 2022.04 [ 2022-04-18 | 2.4 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1413 | 5 ]

Archman Linux is an Arch-based Linux distro. There are Xfce, KDE Plasma, Mate, Deepin, Gnome, Lxde, and Lxqt versions.

ArcoLinux 2022.05.02 [ 2022-04-29 | 1.5-2.6 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 931 | 5 ]

ArcoLinux (ArchMerge) is a distribution based on Arch Linux that offers 5 ways to install any Desktop to suit your needs.

AutoBootDisk 5.7 [ 2018-01-07 | 2.48 MB | Freeware | Windows Any | 8583 | 5 ]

AutoBootDisk is a freeware app capable of automatically downloading and booting 78 Linux distros and any you already downloaded.

AV Linux MX Edition 21.1 [ 2022-04-19 | 3.5 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 206 | 5 ]

AV Linux MX Edition comes with a high-performance Liquorix Kernel, the light, configurable Openbox Window Manager, and the efficient yet full-featured XFCE4 Desktop Environment geared towards multimedia creation.

BlackArch Linux 2021.09.01 [ 2021-08-17 | 733 MB - 15 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2616 | 5 ]

BlackArch Linux is an Arch Linux-based penetration testing distribution for penetration testers and security researchers.

Bluestar Linux 5.17.7 [ 2022-05-13 | 3.4 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 3948 | 4 ]

Bluestar 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.

Bodhi Linux 6.0.0 [ 2021-07-15 | 877 MB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 583 | 5 ]

Bodhi is a minimalistic, enlightened Linux desktop.

BunsenLabs Linux [ 2021-01-10 | 1.2 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7 | 872 | 5 ]

BunsenLabs Linux Lithium is a distribution offering a light-weight and easily customizable Openbox desktop. The project is a community continuation of CrunchBang Linux.

CloudReady Home Edition 96.4.6 [ 2022-03-15 | 48 MB-1.2 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|macOS | 6116 | 5 ]

CloudReady: Home Edition is the free, easy way to transform your old PC or Mac into a high-performing Chrome device.

Damn Small Linux 4.1.1 RC2 [ 2021-02-13 | 50.3 MB | Open Source | Windows Any | 2161 | 4 ]

Damn Small Linux is a very versatile 50MB mini desktop-oriented Linux distribution.

Debian 11.3.0 [ 2022-03-27 | 336 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2011 | 5 ]

Debian is a Linux distribution composed of free and open-source software developed by the community-supported Debian Project.

Deepin 20.5 [ 2022-03-31 | 3.1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1637 | 5 ]

Deepin is a Linux operating system derived from Debian, supporting laptops, desktops, and more.

Diamond Linux-TT 05.fb.21 [ 2021-02-07 | 2.63 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 1407 | 5 ]

Diamond Linux-TT is a desktop Linux distribution designed to be comfortable for Windows users. It is based on Debian's Stable branch and uses the KDE Plasma desktop.

DragonFly BSD 6.2.1 [ 2022-01-10 | 260 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 444 | 5 ]

DragonFly BSD belongs to the same operating system class as other BSD-derived systems and Linux. It is based on UNIX ideals and APIs and shares ancestor code with other BSD operating systems.

EasyOS 3.4.6 [ 2022-04-16 | 630 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1396 | 5 ]

EasyOS is an experimental Linux distribution that uses many technologies and package formats pioneered by Puppy Linux.

Elementary OS 6.0 [ 2021-08-14 | 1.6 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2202 | 5 ]

Elementary OS is a fast, open, and privacy-respecting replacement for Windows.

Elive 3.8.27 [ 2022-04-07 | 3 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 583 | 5 ]

Elive is a non-commercial, cost-free operating system made for daily use, a much faster, friendlier, and feature-rich replacement of your high cost and ineffective default OS.

EmmabuntÃ¼s Linux DE4-1.01 [ 2022-01-11 | 3.7 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 736 | 5 ]

EmmabuntÃ¼s is a desktop GNU/Linux distribution based on Debian Stable on XFCE, made specifically for refurbished computers destined for humanitarian organizations and to promote GNU Linux discovery by beginners.

EndeavourOS 2022.1 [ 2022-04-11 | 1.8 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1116 | 5 ]

EndeavourOS is mainly a terminal-centric distro with some GUI tools out of the box, like the Welcome app, reflector-auto, and a kernel tool to make your jumpstart easier.

Endless OS 4.0.3 [ 2022-03-04 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2311 | 5 ]

Endless OS is a Linux distro that comes preloaded with over 100 apps and essential tools, so you have all you need, even when there's no internet access.

Enso 0.4 [ 2021-03-06 | 1.76 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 361 | 5 ]

Enso aims to be a clean and simple OS that is easy to use and incorporates the developer's favorite projects (Xubuntu, XFCE) from around the Linux world.

ExTiX 22.5 [ 2022-05-01 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 384 | 5 ]

ExTiX is a desktop Linux distribution and live DVD based on Ubuntu, offering a choice of alternative desktop environments, including LXQt, Deepin, KDE, and Anbox.

Fatdog64 Linux 8.11 [ 2021-01-18 | 459 MB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 1025 | 5 ]

Fatdog is a 64-bit Linux distro built to honor the Puppy Linux spirit and principle from where it came.

Fedora Games Spin [ 2021-01-10 | 4.7 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7 | 628 | 5 ]

Fedora Games Spin offers a perfect showcase of the best games available in Fedora. The included games span several genres, from first-person shooters to real-time and turn-based strategy games to puzzle games.

Fedora Linux 36 [ 2022-05-10 | 1.9-3.7 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1313 | 4 ]

Fedora creates an innovative, free, and open-source platform for hardware, clouds, and containers that enables software developers and community members to build tailored solutions for their users.

Finnix 123 [ 2021-09-06 | 412 MB | Open Source | Linux | 828 | 5 ]

Finnix is a self-contained, bootable Linux CD distribution for system administrators based on Debian.

FreeBSD is an operating system used to power modern servers, desktops, and embedded platforms.

Freespire 8.2 [ 2022-03-02 | 3.1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 631 | 5 ]

Freespire is a community-driven Linux distribution currently owned by PC/Open Systems LLC.

Garuda Linux 220101 [ 2022-01-01 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 648 | 5 ]

Garuda Linux is a Linux distro with multiple desktop environments: KDE, Xfce, GNOME, LXQt-kwin, Wayfire, Qtile, BSPWM, i3wm, and Sway.

GeckoLinux 153.220104.0 [ 2022-01-06 | 1.6 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 549 | 5 ]

GeckoLinux is a Linux spin based on the openSUSE distribution, focusing on polish and out-of-the-box usability on the desktop. It is available in Static (based on openSUSE Leap) and Rolling (based on openSUSE Tumbleweed) editions.

Gentoo Linux 2021-01-27 [ 2021-01-30 | 400 MB | Open Source | Windows Any | 1079 | 5 ]

Gentoo is a highly flexible, source-based Linux distribution.

GhostBSD 2022.01.12 [ 2022-01-16 | 2.5 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1888 | 5 ]

GhostBSD provides a simple desktop-oriented operating system based on FreeBSD with MATE, OpenRC, and OS packages for simplicity.

Haiku R1 Beta2 [ 2021-03-06 | 1 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 675 | 5 ]

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 powerful.

Kaisen Linux 2.0 [ 2021-12-14 | 391 MB - 4.1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 850 | 5 ]

Kaisen Linux is a distribution for IT professionals based on the Debian GNU/Linux distribution. It is a complete operating system whose originality is to provide tools dedicated to system administration and covering all the needs for diagnosing and dealing with faults or failures of an installed system and its components.

Kali Linux 2022.02 [ 2022-05-16 | 3.4 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 5097 | 5 ]

Kali Linux is a Debian-based Linux distribution geared towards various information security tasks, such as Penetration Testing, Security Research, Computer Forensics, and Reverse Engineering.

KaOS Linux 2022.02 [ 2022-02-14 | 2.8 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1113 | 5 ]

KaOS is an independent Linux distribution using the KDE Desktop and includes the Calligra office suite and other popular software applications.

KDE neon 20220515 [ 2022-05-12 | 1.9 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 3579 | 5 ]

KDE neon combines a stable desktop with cutting-edge features using a stable Ubuntu long-term release as its core.

KNOPPIX Linux 9.1 [ 2021-02-19 | 4.2 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 21959 | 5 ]

KNOPPIX is a bootable Live system on CD, DVD, or USB flash drives, consisting of a representative collection of GNU/Linux software, automatic hardware detection, and support for many graphics cards, sound cards, SCSI and USB devices, and other peripherals.

Kodachi 8.17 [ 2022-04-20 | 3 GB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 3549 | 5 ]

Kodachi is a 64-bit Linux operating system based on Xubuntu. It will provide you with a secure, anti-forensic, and anonymous operating system considering all features that a person concerned about privacy needs to be secure.

Linux Kernel 5.17.8 [ 2022-05-09 | 122 MB | Open Source | Linux | 2549 | 3 ]

Linux Kernel is common to all Linux distributions and available to everyone as Open-Source software.

Linux Lite 5.8 [ 2022-01-31 | 1.4 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2411 | 5 ]

Linux Lite is a simple, fast, and free Ubuntu-based Linux distro to transition from Windows to Linux as smoothly as possible.

Linux Mint 20.3 [ 2022-01-06 | 2.0 GB | Open Source | Linux | 3429 | 5 ]

Linux Mint aims to produce a modern, elegant, and comfortable operating system that is powerful and easy to use.

Linuxfx 11.1.1109 [ 2022-05-05 | 5 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 8562 | 4 ]

Linuxfx / Windowsfx was developed to take advantage of native users of Microsoft Windows's entire learning curve. It is perfect for Windows 7 users who can't upgrade to Windows 10.

LinuxLive USB Creator (LiLi) 2.9.4 [ 2015-09-10 | 6.22 MB | Freeware | 10|8|7|Vista|XP | 73084 | 5 ]

LinuxLive USB Creator is a handy, easy to use application designed to enable you to create a bootable Live USB key with Linux on it.

Live Raizo 13.22.05.14 [ 2022-05-15 | 1.9 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 637 | 5 ]

Live Raizo is a live Linux distribution based on Debian:Buster to experiment the system administration on simulated networks and real devices.

LiveUSB Install 2.5.12 [ 2018-01-19 | 12.4 MB | Freeware | 10|8|7|Vista|XP | 4141 | 5 ]

LiveUSB Install is a free, portable app to download Linux distros, save to disk, as an ISO, or even burn as a bootable CD, DVD, or thumb drive.

Lubuntu [ 2021-01-10 | 1.8 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7 | 818 | 5 ]

Lubuntu is a complete Operating System that ships the essential apps and services for daily use: office applications, PDF reader, image editor, music and video players, etc.

MaboxLinux 22.04 [ 2022-04-03 | 2.1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1326 | 5 ]

MaboxLinux is a fast, lightweight, and functional Linux Desktop for any skill level.

Mageia 8 [ 2021-02-24 | 4 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 585 | 5 ]

Mageia is a Linux-based, free operating system that is a fork of Mandriva Linux.

MakuluLinux 2021-12-17 [ 2021-12-20 | 2.2 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7 | 1270 | 5 ]

MakuluLinux is a Linux distro with many tools with unconventional and outside-of-the-box thinking.

Manjaro 21.2.6 [ 2022-04-16 | 2.1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 3243 | 5 ]

Manjaro is a professionally made operating system that is a suitable replacement for Windows.

MultiBootUSB 9.2.0 $\Hot$ [ 2018-04-04 | 26.3 MB | Open Source | 10|8|7 | 70103 | 5 ]

MultiBootUSB is a software installer that allows the user to install multiple Live Linux Distros to a single USB drive/Pendrive/Flash drive and boot from it.

MX Linux 21.1 [ 2022-04-10 | 1-3 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1602 | 5 ]

MX Linux is a cooperative venture between two Linux communities. It is a family of operating systems designed to combine elegant and efficient desktops with high stability and solid performance.

Netrunner Linux 21.01 [ 2021-02-18 | 1.3 - 2.4 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 713 | 5 ]

Netrunner Linux is a complete Linux Operating System for PCs, laptops/netbooks, and ARM microcomputers that uses the KDE Plasma desktop environment.

Nitrux 2022.05.03 [ 2022-05-03 | 2.2 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1787 | 5 ]

Nitrux is a Linux desktop distribution directly based on Ubuntu geared towards beginners. It uses the Calamares installer and includes NX Desktop and NX Firewall on top of the KDE Plasma 5 desktop environment and MauiKit Applications.

NuTyX Linux 22.04.6 [ 2022-04-24 | 787 MB -1.9 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 759 | 5 ]

NuTyX is a complete GNU/Linux distribution with high flexibility thanks to the collections and the groups' concepts.

Open Secure-K OS 1.2 [ 2021-03-06 | 1.06 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 556 | 5 ]

Open Secure-K OS is an operating system booting from a USB key in which you can safely create and store your personal and private data.

OpenMandriva Lx 4.3 [ 2022-02-06 | 2.5 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 643 | 5 ]

OpenMandriva Lx, based on Mandriva and Mandrake code, is an exciting free Desktop Operating System that aims to cater to and interest first time and advanced users alike.

OpenMediaVault 6.0.24 [ 2022-04-26 | 739 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1697 | 5 ]

OpenMediaVault is a next-generation network-attached storage (NAS) solution based on Debian Linux. It contains services like SSH, (S)FTP, SMB/CIFS, DAAP media server, RSync, BitTorrent client, and many more that can be enhanced via plugins.

openSUSE 15.3 [ 2021-06-02 | 4.2 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 1891 | 5 ]

openSUSE is a Linux distro popular with sysadmins, developers, and desktop users.

OPNsense 22.1 [ 2022-01-27 | 340 MB | Open Source | Windows Any | 1783 | 5 ]

OPNsense is an open-source, easy-to-use, and easy-to-build HardenedBSD based firewall and routing platform.

Oracle Linux 8.4 [ 2021-05-27 | 704 MB - 9.2 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 699 | 5 ]

Oracle Linux is an open and complete operating environment. Oracle Linux delivers virtualization, management, and cloud-native computing tools, along with the operating system, in a single support offering.

Parrot OS 4.11 [ 2021-03-29 | 1.8 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7 | 3129 | 4 ]

Parrot OS is a GNU/Linux distribution based on Debian and designed with Security and Privacy in mind while still being approachable to new Linux users.

PCLinuxOS 2022.04.10 [ 2022-04-16 | 1 - 3.5 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2872 | 5 ]

PCLinuxOS is a free easy-to-use Linux-based Operating System for x86_64 desktops or laptops.

Peppermint OS 10 - 2022-02-02 [ 2022-02-03 | 1.5 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 4518 | 5 ]

Peppermint OS is a lightweight, stable, and super fast Linux operating system. Peppermint 10 Respin is built on long-term support (LTS) code base and customizable to your heartâ€™s content.

pfSense Linux 2.5.0 [ 2021-02-17 | 359 MB | Open Source | Windows Any | 1080 | 5 ]

The pfSense project is a free network firewall distribution based on the FreeBSD operating system with a custom kernel and third-party free software packages.

PinguyOS 18.04.2 LTS [ 2021-01-17 | 2.1 - 3.5 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 1539 | 5 ]

PinguyOS is a Linux distribution built on the Ubuntu framework designed for PC and Mac users new to Linux.

Pisi GNU/Linux 2.2.1 [ 2021-08-22 | 1.2 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 205 | 5 ]

Pisi GNU/Linux is an end-user-oriented GNU/Linux distribution based on Pisi, developed by the free software community, trying to provide ease of installation, configuration, and use to computer users, and aiming to meet their basic desktop needs.

Pop!_OS 22.04 [ 2022-04-25 | 3 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2900 | 5 ]

Pop!_OS is an operating system for STEM, gamers, and creative professionals who use their computers as a tool to discover and create. Unleash your potential on secure, reliable open-source software.

Porteus 5.0 RC1 [ 2021-01-10 | 315 MB | Open Source | 10|8|7 | 2163 | 5 ]

Porteus is a complete Linux operating system optimized to run from CD, USB flash drive, hard drive, or other bootable storage media.

Porteus Kiosk is a free-to-use, lightweight Linux operating system restricted to using the web browser.

PrimTux [ 2021-11-04 | 3.5-3.7 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 803 | 5 ]

PrimTux is an Ubuntu and Debian-based Linux distro developed by school teachers and IT enthusiasts to use on older computers with three different versions depending on your hardware.

Proxmox 7.0 [ 2021-11-01 | 1.00 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 339 | 5 ]

Proxmox VE is a Linux distro based on Debian 11 to manage and run virtual machines.

PsychOS 3.4.6 [ 2021-02-01 | 3.8 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 1654 | 5 ]

PsychOS Linux aims to provide multiple, unique, software-rich platforms for lower specs or older computers.

Qubes OS 4.1.0 [ 2022-02-04 | 6 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7 | 859 | 5 ]

Qubes OS is a Linux distro that brings to your personal computer the Xen hypervisor's security; many major hosting providers rely on the same software to isolate websites and services from each other.

Raspberry Pi OS 2022-01-28 [ 2022-02-02 | 3-482 MB | Open Source | Windows Any | 3083 | 5 ]

Raspberry Pi Imager is the quick and easy way to install Raspberry Pi OS and other operating systems to a microSD card, ready to use with your Raspberry Pi.

RebornOS 2021.4.10 [ 2022-04-11 | 1.9 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1498 | 5 ]

RebornOS is a Linux distro based on Arch Linux. The live image uses the GNOME desktop, but the installation allows you to choose from 11 different desktops.

Redcore Linux 2102 [ 2022-04-24 | 3 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 810 | 5 ]

Redcore Linux is a distribution based on Gentoo Linux and a continuation of the now-defunct Kogaion Linux.

Rescatux 0.74 [ 2022-01-20 | 713 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 6015 | 5 ]

Rescatux is a Debian GNU/Linux based live cd aimed at GNU/Linux and Microsoft Windows rescue tasks thanks to its graphical wizard named Rescapp.

Rescuezilla 2.3.1 [ 2022-01-02 | 1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7 | 2018 | 5 ]

Rescuezilla is an easy-to-use disk imaging application that's fully compatible with Clonezilla.

Robolinux 12.04 [ 2022-03-11 | 1.5-4.3 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 234 | 5 ]

Robolinux is a user-friendly and intuitive operating system based on the latest long-term support release of Ubuntu.

Rocky Linux 8.5 [ 2021-11-15 | 1.8-9.2 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 801 | 5 ]

Rocky Linux is a community-driven effort to bring you enterprise-grade, production-ready Linux.

Septor Linux 2022 [ 2022-01-01 | 2.1 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1633 | 5 ]

Septor Linux is an operating system that provides users with a perfect computing environment for surfing the Internet anonymously.

Skywave Linux 4.2.0 [ 2022-03-04 | 4 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 310 | 5 ]

Skywave Linux is an operating system using bleeding-edge technology to robustly access the broadcast, utility, military, and amateur radio signals from almost anywhere globally, including countries with restrictive internet environments.

Slax Linux 11.2.1 [ 2022-02-27 | 275 MB | Open Source | Linux | 3570 | 5 ]

Slax is one of the smallest, portable, and fast Linux operating systems with a modular approach and outstanding design built to run from a DVD or thumb drive.

Snal Linux 1.16 [ 2022-03-31 | 1.3 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1159 | 5 ]

Snal Linux is a small Linux distribution based on Arch Linux built to be used as a live USB image to troubleshoot hard disk, system, and network problems.

Solus 4.3 [ 2021-07-11 | 2.0 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 1346 | 5 ]

Solus provides many experiences that enable you to get the most out of your hardware and is a Linux distro that Windows users should be comfortable with.

Sparky Bonsai 2.1_64 [ 2021-12-13 | 335 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Android|Linux|macOS | 761 | 5 ]

Sparky Bonsai is a portable Linux distribution based on Debian/SparkyLinux.

SparkyLinux 6.3 [ 2022-05-07 | 1.3 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1465 | 5 ]

SparkyLinux is a fast, lightweight, and fully customizable OS built on Debian that offers a few versions for different users and tasks.

STAR Linux is an open-source distro based on Devuan stable Linux without using systemd as the default init system and includes a small collection of apps.

SuperX 5.0 [ 2021-03-06 | 2.2 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 479 | 5 ]

SuperX is a free and Open Source operating system intended for ease of use with accessibility and security in mind.

Tails 5.0 [ 2022-05-03 | 1.2 GB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 38971 | 5 ]

Tails is a live Linux operating system that you boot from your DVD or thumb drive to protect your privacy and anonymity.

Tiny Core Linux 13.1 [ 2022-05-08 | 187 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 1406 | 5 ]

Tiny Core Linux (The Core Project) is not a turnkey desktop distribution but instead just the core Linux from which it is quite easy to add what you want.

Tuxboot 0.8 [ 2022-02-01 | 8 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 367 | 5 ]

Tuxboot helps you create a bootable Live USB drive for Clonezilla live, DRBL Live, Gparted Live, and Tux2live.

Ubuntu 21.04 [ 2021-04-22 | 443 MB - 2.5 GB | Freeware | 10 | 3340 | 4 ]

Ubuntu 20.04 LTS permits you to use the Ubuntu Terminal and run Ubuntu command line utilities including bash, ssh, git, apt, and many more on your Windows machine.

Ubuntu for Windows Subsystem for Linux Preview $\New$ [ 2022-05-15 | Size Varies | Open Source | 11|10|8|7 | 133 | 5 ]

Ubuntu for Windows Subsystem for Linux lets you install a complete Ubuntu terminal environment in minutes with Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).

UNetbootin 702 [ 2021-02-02 | 4.63 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7|Linux|macOS | 46569 | 5 ]

UNetbootin allows you to create bootable Live USB drives for Ubuntu and other Linux distributions without burning a CD. UNetbootin Portable is also available.

UNetbootin Portable 702 [ 2021-08-25 | 5.07 MB | Open Source | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 945 | 5 ]

UNetbootin Portable, offered via PortableApps, permits you to create bootable Live USB drives for Ubuntu and other Linux distributions without burning a CD. UNetbootin installer is also available.

Universal USB Installer 2.0.1.0 [ 2022-01-30 | 2 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7 | 170051 | 5 ]

Universal USB Installer is a Live Linux USB Creator that allows you to choose from a selection of Linux Distributions to put on your USB Flash Drive.

Venom Linux 2.1 [ 2021-06-09 | 1.2 GB | Open Source | 10|8|7|Linux | 514 | 5 ]

Venom Linux is a source-based Linux distribution build from scratch following KISS philosophy and targeting experienced users.

Void Linux 2021-02-18 [ 2021-02-20 | 450-800 MB | Open Source | Windows Any | 1450 | 5 ]

Void Linux is a general-purpose operating system based on the monolithic Linux kernel.

Voyager 21.04 [ 2021-04-27 | 2.0-3.0 GB | Open Source | Windows Any | 493 | 5 ]

Voyager is a Linux distro described as a human adventure at the heart of digital technology.

Windows Subsystem for Linux Kernel Update Package 2.5.10.60.1 [ 2021-10-06 | 13.7 MB | Freeware | 11|10|8|7 | 6779 | 5 ]

Windows Subsystem for Linux Kernel Update Package contains the Linux Kernel update package to upgrade Windows 10 64-bit to WSL 2 (Windows Subsystem for Linux), allowing you to run Linux on Windows 10 with WSl 2.

Zeroshell Linux Router 3.9.5 [ 2021-01-17 | 279.2 MB | Open Source | Windows Any | 951 | 5 ]

Zeroshell is a Linux based distribution dedicated to the implementation of Router and Firewall Appliances completely administrable via the web interface.

Zorin OS 16.1 [ 2022-03-10 | 2.4 GB | Freemium | 11|10|8|7|Linux | 2257 | 5 ]

Zorin OS is a good alternative for Windows users designed to make your computer faster, more powerful, secure, and privacy-respecting. Zorin OS is one of our top 12 Linux picks for Windows users.