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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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Peppermint OS

Peppermint OS is a Debian- and Devuan-based (previously a Lubuntu-based) Linux distribution that aims to be fast and easy on system resources. By employing its Site Specific Browser, Peppermint integrates seamlessly with cloud and web-based applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
AerynOSPeppermint OS
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
moss / flatpak, mossPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2026.01Latest Version7
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
January 31, 2026Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
COSMICGNOMEKDE PlasmaXfce
Desktops
COSMICGNOMEKDE PlasmaXfce