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Arch Linux

Arch Linux is an independently developed, x86_64-optimised Linux distribution targeted at competent Linux users. It uses 'pacman', its home-grown package manager, to provide updates to the latest software applications with full dependency tracking.

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antiX

antiX is a fast, lightweight and easy-to-install Linux live CD distribution based on Debian's "Stable" branch for x86 compatible systems. antiX offers users the "antiX Magic" in an environment suitable for old computers.

Technical Specs Comparison
Arch LinuxantiX
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable)
pkgPackage Managerapt / deb
systemdInit Systemdinit, runit, s6, s6-66, SysV
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelSemi-Rolling
2012.11.01Latest Version26
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
November 2, 2012Release DateMarch 21, 2026
x86_64i686
Architecture
x86_64i686
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceFluxboxIceWMJWM
Desktops
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceFluxboxIceWMJWM