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LMG OS – Debian-based Linux distribution with Xfce

November 7, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

LMG OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution with Xfce, Persian and English interfaces, rollback updates, and desktop customization.

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CindraOS – Debian-based live Linux distribution with Xfce

November 5, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

CindraOS is a Debian-based live Linux distribution with a customised Xfce desktop, system maintenance tools and bootable USB support.

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19 Best Free and Open Source Remote Desktop Clients

October 30, 2026 Steve Emms Internet, Roundup

This article examines the best free and open source Linux remote desktop clients.

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Gnomarchy – Arch-based Linux distribution with a customised GNOME desktop

October 28, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Gnomarchy is an Arch-based Linux distribution with a customised GNOME desktop, Btrfs snapshots, unified themes and developer tools.

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hybrid-d77 – Chimera Linux-based distribution with Sway and niri

October 28, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

hybrid-d77 is a Chimera Linux-based distribution offering preconfigured Sway and niri desktops, dinit, apk and text or graphical installers.

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InterGenOS – security-focused Linux distribution built from source

October 27, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

InterGenOS is a Linux From Scratch-based distribution with GNOME, a custom package manager, signed boot chain and local AI assistant.

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Sururu Linux – Debian-based distribution for learning Kubernetes

October 27, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Sururu Linux is a Debian-based Brazilian distribution for learning Linux, containers and Kubernetes with guided Portuguese-language labs.

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LumaOS – Ubuntu-based Linux distribution featuring Niri

October 24, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

LumaOS is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution featuring the Niri Wayland compositor, a curated desktop and coordinated dark themes.

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ZacOS 9 – Debian-based Linux distribution inspired by classic Mac OS

October 21, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

ZacOS 9 is a Debian-based Linux distribution that recreates the classic Mac OS desktop, with custom controls, file management and emulation.

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CrossPaste – cross-device clipboard sharing with encryption and local storage

October 17, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Utilities

CrossPaste is a free and open source cross-device clipboard manager with encrypted local sharing, clipboard history, OCR and file support.

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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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I Use Linux. I’m Tired of Making Excuses for It.

October 16, 2026 Scott Donaldson Blog

Linux desktop frustrations persist, from missing apps to gaming restrictions. Five problems we should stop dismissing or excusing.

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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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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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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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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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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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VolnOS – Ubuntu-based Linux desktop

September 29, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

VolnOS is an Ubuntu-based Cinnamon Linux distribution with an integrated AI assistant, Windows application support and a privacy focus.

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Linux 95 – lightweight distribution recreating the Windows 95 experience

September 18, 2026 Erik Karlsson Distro

Linux 95 is a lightweight Tiny Core Linux-based distribution.

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