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ZenLake OS – remix of Debian or Ubuntu LTS

September 18, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

The minimal ISO is less than 2 GB, allowing you to install only the software you need after the system is set up.

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System administration

23 Best Free and Open Source DNS Servers

September 12, 2025 Erik Karlsson Internet, Roundup, System Software

Domain Name System (DNS) is the internet’s directory service. We recommend the best free and open source DNS servers.

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ElysiaOS – colorful Linux distribution for humans

September 3, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

ElysiaOS is a modern, elegant operating system built on Hyprland with custom plugins and based on Arch Linux.

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Blade OS – Debian-based Linux distribution

September 2, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

Blade OS is a distro based on Debian with a clean UI and useful software pre-installed for all you need to do.

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Policorp Linux – Brazilian Linux distribution

September 1, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

Policorp Linux is a Brazilian Linux distribution. Its development is based on Debian Linux, offering a simpler and easier to use interface even for novice users.

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FUSS – Debian-based Linux distribution

August 31, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

FUSS is an open source operating system based on the Debian Linux distribution.

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Besgnulinux – Debian-based Linux distribution

August 26, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

Besgnulinux is a computer operating system based on Debian stable and developed to revive old computers.

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System network administration

10 Useful Free and Open Source Network Configuration Management Tools

July 21, 2025 Erik Karlsson Roundup, System Software

Network configuration management (NCM) is a process that every device on the network is subjected to throughout its life cycle.

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TravelerOS – Linux distribution built for USB drives

July 7, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

TravelerOS is a lightweight and stable Linux distribution based on Q4OS. It is built for USB drives, and not hard drives.

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Gnuinos – spin of Devuan Linux

July 4, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

Gnuinos is a spin of Devuan Linux consisting exclusively of Free Software (as defined by the Free Software Foundation)

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MODICIA O.S. – Linux multimedia distribution

July 1, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

MODICIA O.S. is a multimedia distribution designed primarily for musicians, graphic designers and video makers.

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BredOS – Arch-based Linux distribution designed for single-board computers

June 26, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

BredOS simplifies the complex setup of Arch Linux, making it accessible to a wider range of users.

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Soplos Linux – desktop-oriented Linux distribution based on Debian

June 20, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

Sophos Linux is a Linux distribution based on Debian. It’s available in 2 editions: Soplos Linux Tyron and Soplos Linux Tyson.

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Lingmo OS – modern Linux distribution based on Debian

June 19, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

Based on the rock-solid Debian, Lingmo OS provides an elegant user interface, stable system performance, and a rich software ecosystem

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Securonis Linux – privacy and security-focused distribution

June 18, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

At its core lies a custom tool named Seconionis, which forces all incoming and outgoing traffic through the Tor network.

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GXDE OS – desktop-oriented Linux distribution

June 16, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

GXDE OS is a desktop-oriented Linux distribution that combines Debian with Deepin Desktop Environment (DDE)

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Ubuntu Lomiri – Linux distribution for phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops

June 11, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

Lomiri is a desktop environment originally designed for mobile devices and now for desktop computers.

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illumos – Unix operating system

June 10, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

illumos is a Unix operating system which provides next-generation features for downstream distributions.

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SmartOS – Type 1 Hypervisor platform based on illumos

June 9, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro

SmartOS is a specialized Type 1 Hypervisor platform based on illumos. It supports two types of virtualization.

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pfSense – firewall and routing platform

June 8, 2025 Erik Karlsson Distro, Security

The pfSense project is a powerful open source firewall and routing platform based on FreeBSD. pfSense software includes a web interface.

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