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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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MX Linux screenshot

MX Linux

MX Linux, a desktop-oriented Linux distribution based on Debian's "Stable" branch, is a cooperative venture between the antiX and former MEPIS Linux communities. Using Xfce as the default desktop (with separate KDE Plasma and Fluxbox editions also available), it is a mid-weight operating system designed to combine an elegant and efficient desktop with simple configuration, high stability, solid performance and medium-sized footprint.

Technical Specs Comparison
Arch LinuxMX Linux
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable), antiX
pkgPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd, SysV
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelSemi-Rolling
2012.11.01Latest Version25.2
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
November 2, 2012Release DateMay 25, 2026
x86_64ARMhf
Architecture
x86_64ARMhf
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceFluxboxKDE Plasma
Desktops
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceFluxboxKDE Plasma