Basalt Linux is a Debian-based Linux distribution built around the Xfce desktop environment.
It’s designed for everyday desktop use, with an emphasis on a simple, familiar layout, responsive performance, and a ready-to-use system for people moving from Windows or macOS as well as users who want a straightforward Debian-based setup.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Built on Debian 13 for a stable and well-supported foundation.
- Uses the lightweight Xfce desktop environment.
- Offers a simple installer and familiar desktop layout.
- Provides a pre-configured system with a modern theme and essential applications.
- Available as a downloadable ISO image for live USB or DVD use.
| Working state: | Active |
| Desktop: | Xfce |
| Init Software: | systemd |
| Package Management: | APT |
| Release Model: | Fixed |
| Platforms: | x86_64 |
| Home Page: | basaltlinux.gitlab.io |
| Developer: | Basalt Linux |
| This article is part of our Big List of Active Linux Distributions. |
What's a Linux distribution ("distro")? |
| A distro provides the user with a desktop environment, preloaded applications, and ways to update and maintain the system. Each distro makes different choices, deciding which open source projects to install and provides custom written programs. They can have different philosophies. Some distros are intended for desktop computers, some for servers without a graphical interface, and others for special uses. Because Linux is an open source operating system, combinations of software vary between Linux distros. |