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Author: Erik Karlsson

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AOSC OS – general-purpose Linux distribution

October 20, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

AOSC OS is a community-developed Linux distribution featuring rolling updates, KDE Plasma, broad hardware support and management tools.

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CatosTV – Arch-based Linux distribution for TVs

October 19, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

CatosTV turns an x86 PC into a remote-controlled Linux media centre with Jellyfin playback, Android TV apps, casting and gaming.

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MuliOS Arch – Arch Linux distribution with KDE Plasma

October 19, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

MuliOS Arch is an Arch Linux-based distribution with a customised KDE Plasma desktop, graphical installer, system profiles and update tools.

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Skorpion OS – Debian-based Linux distribution with local AI

October 18, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Skorpion OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution with local AI powered by Ollama, Cinnamon and i3 desktops, and privacy-focused tools.

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ErgenOS – Arch-based Linux distribution focused on gaming and recovery

October 17, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

ErgenOS is an Arch Linux-based distribution with GNOME, a graphical installer, Btrfs snapshot recovery and optional gaming tools.

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SpectrumOS – Arch-based Linux distribution with Hyprland

October 16, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

SpectrumOS is an Arch Linux-based distribution with a Hyprland desktop, dynamic wallpaper colours, integrated widgets and gaming tools.

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FilzaOS – Ubuntu-based Linux distribution with a customised GNOME desktop

October 16, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

FilzaOS is an experimental Ubuntu-based live distribution with a customised GNOME desktop, purple themes and terminal utilities.

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Lyra OS – openSUSE Leap-based Linux distribution with GNOME

October 15, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Lyra OS is an openSUSE Leap-based Linux distribution with GNOME, Btrfs snapshots, a custom installer and a separate server edition.

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JatayuOS – Debian-based Linux distribution with KDE Plasma

October 15, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

JatayuOS combines Debian and KDE Plasma with image and PDF utilities, a welcome app, wallpaper management and Indian cultural services.

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Tenka – Debian-based Linux distribution with Japanese-inspired desktop

October 14, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Tenka is a Debian 13-based Linux distribution featuring Hyprland, XFCE Lite and two switchable Japanese- and Chinese-inspired themes.

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kumaOS – declarative Fedora-based Linux distribution

October 14, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

kumaOS is a Fedora-based Linux distribution combining declarative configuration, atomic system images, Niri and automatic rollback.

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VaeVictis OS – security-focused Debian distribution

October 14, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

VaeVictis OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution offering disk encryption, firewall protection, integrity monitoring and GNOME.

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Lightwhale – immutable Linux distribution for Docker servers

October 13, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Lightwhale is a minimal Buildroot-based Linux distribution that boots into Docker, with an immutable core and optional persistent storage.

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PrismLinux – Arch-based Linux distribution with four desktop option

October 12, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

PrismLinux is an Arch-based Linux distribution offering KDE Plasma, GNOME, Cinnamon and niri with a universal ISO and custom installer.

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Lindows OS – Debian-based Linux distribution for Windows users

October 12, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Lindows OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution featuring Cinnamon, a Windows-style desktop, Wine integration and familiar applications.

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Blunux – Arch-based Linux distribution with KDE Plasma

October 11, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Blunux is an Arch-based Linux distribution featuring KDE Plasma, a graphical installer, rolling updates and tools for building custom ISOs.

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Anthares OS – Debian-based desktop Linux distribution

October 11, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Anthares OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution featuring Cinnamon, custom desktop utilities and graphical tools for newcomers.

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ArchiveOS – beginner-friendly KDE Plasma Linux distribution

October 10, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

ArchiveOS is a KDE Plasma Linux distribution with a graphical update manager, Timeshift recovery and desktop-focused optimisations.

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Octlitch – Fedora-based Linux distribution with KDE Plasma

October 9, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Octlitch is a Fedora-based Linux distribution built around the KDE Plasma desktop environment. It aims to provide a streamlined, visually appealing desktop.

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KemmOS – openSUSE Linux distribution with GNOME

October 8, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

KemmOS is an openSUSE Tumbleweed-based Linux distribution with GNOME, LUKS2 encryption, SELinux, Btrfs snapshots and system rollback.

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