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Arch Linux screenshot

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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Garuda Linux screenshot

Garuda Linux

Garuda Linux is a rolling distribution based on the Arch Linux operating system. Unlike Arch Linux, Garuda Linux comes with a graphical installer (Calamares) for easy installation, and other advanced graphical tools for managing your system.

Technical Specs Comparison
Arch LinuxGaruda Linux
IndependentBaseArch
pkgPackage Managerpacman / pkg
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
2012.11.01Latest Version
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
November 2, 2012Release DateMarch 9, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
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Desktops
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceHyprlandi3KDE PlasmaMokkaSway