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AerynOS

AerynOS is an independently-developed, rolling-release Linux distribution designed for general desktop use. Its main features include the GNOME desktop, a custom package manager called "moss", atomic updates with rollback options, a package build system called "boulder", and smart boot management with complex EFI configuration through a utility called "blsforme".

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AV Linux

AV Linux is a versatile, Debian-based distribution featuring a large collection of audio and video production software. Additionally, it also includes a custom kernel with IRQ threading enabled for low-latency audio performance.

Technical Specs Comparison
AerynOSAV Linux
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable), MX Linux
moss / flatpak, mossPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2026.01Latest Version23.2
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
January 31, 2026Release DateNovember 28, 2025
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
COSMICGNOMEKDE PlasmaEnlightenmentMoksha
Desktops
COSMICGNOMEKDE PlasmaEnlightenmentMoksha