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AbeirOS – Void-based Linux distribution

March 17, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

AbeirOS is a Void Linux-based distribution that ships with a vanilla KDE Plasma desktop.

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nakeDeb – ultra-minimal Debian-based Linux distribution

March 16, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

nakeDeb is a minimalist desktop Linux distribution based on Debian Stable and intended for more advanced Linux users.

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Emoji

14 Best Free and Open Source GUI Emoji Pickers

March 8, 2026 Erik Karlsson Other, Roundup, Utilities

An emoji is a pictogram, logogram, ideogram or smiley embedded in text and used in electronic messages and web pages.

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PimersusOS – Debian-based Linux distribution

March 6, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

PimersusOS is a lightweight Linux environment created primarily as a base for Pimersus Browser. It’s based on Debian.

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RengeOS is a minimal, Arch Linux–based operating system

March 6, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

RengeOS is a minimal, Arch Linux–based operating system focused on performance, maintainability, and a hackable design.

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AerynOS – independent Linux distribution

March 4, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

AerynOS is an independent Linux distribution built from scratch and currently in alpha development.

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Escuelas Linux is a distribution based on Bodhi Linux

March 4, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Escuelas Linux is a lightweight Linux distribution designed specifically for educational environments.

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Eliza Linux – curated distribution based on Debian

March 3, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Eliza Linux is a personal, curated Linux distribution built on top of Debian Stable with a focus on aesthetic and practical coherence.

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Spirit OS – lightweight remaster of Tiny Core Linux

March 3, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Spirit OS is a lightweight remaster of Tiny Core Linux 16.2 aimed at breathing life into very old 32-bit computers (legacy BIOS / no UEFI).

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Linux Q83 – Debian-based Linux distribution

March 3, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

LinuxQ83 is a desktop Linux distribution built on Debian Stable, providing a reliable and well-tested foundation.

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MaxOr OS – European open-source operating system

March 3, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

MaxOr OS is a Debian Linux–based distribution designed to provide a highly optimized, performance-focused desktop experience.

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FyshOS – lightweight but attractive Linux based OS

March 2, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

FyshOS is a lightweight but attractive Linux based operating system. Built using modern tools and the Go language.

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BRGV-OS – custom Void Linux based distribution

March 2, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

BRGV-OS is a custom Void Linux based distribution designed to help developers, researchers and users transition from Windows or macOS to Linux.

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Emojis

9 Best Free and Open Source Terminal Emoji Tools

March 2, 2026 Erik Karlsson CLI, Other, Roundup, Utilities

An emoji is a pictogram, logogram, ideogram or smiley embedded in text and used in electronic messages and web pages. We recommend terminal based emoji tools.

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ML4W OS – Arch Linux-based distro

March 1, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

ML4W OS is an Arch Linux–based distribution built around a deeply customised Hyprland dynamic tiling compositor.

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pearOS – Arch-based Linux distribution

March 1, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

pearOS is an Arch-based desktop Linux distribution that delivers a macOS-inspired look and feel, built on top of the KDE desktop.

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BashCore – Debian-based live Linux distribution

March 1, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

BashCore is a Debian-based live Linux distribution tailored for security professionals, networking enthusiasts, and students.

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FLOPPINUX – embedded Linux on a single floppy

February 28, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

FLOPPINUX is a complete Linux distribution that fits on a single 1.44MB floppy disk. It supports all 32-bit x86 CPUs since Intel 486DX and requires only 20MB of RAM.

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Essora Eos – minimal Devuan based Linux distribution

February 12, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Essora Eos is a minimalist Linux distribution based on Devuan excalibur, designed to be lightweight, fast, and fully customizable.

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Deblinux – lightweight operating system based on Debian

February 10, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Deblinux is a lightweight operating system based on Debian, designed to provide a fast and stable experience even on older hardware.

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