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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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HackerOS

HackerOS is a live Linux distribution based on Debian's "Testing" branch and designed for regular users, gamers and cybersecurity enthusiasts. Some of its features include an optimised XanMod Linux kernel for faster boot times and reduced resource usage, out-of-the-box support for NVIDIA graphics cards, and a collection of cybersecurity tools, such as enhanced firewalls and intrusion detection software.

Technical Specs Comparison
AerynOSHackerOS
IndependentBaseDebian (Testing)
moss / flatpak, mossPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak, snap
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelSemi-Rolling
2026.01Latest Version
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
January 31, 2026Release DateMay 6, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
COSMICGNOMEKDE PlasmaXfce
Desktops
COSMICGNOMEKDE PlasmaXfce