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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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ZimaOS screenshot

ZimaOS

ZimaOS is an independently-developed, Linux-based operating system for personal servers and network-attached storage (NAS) devices. It features system-level support for remote access, RAID configuration, over-the-air (OTA) updates, and a browser-based user interface for managing the server.

Technical Specs Comparison
Arch LinuxZimaOS
IndependentBaseIndependent
pkgPackage Manager
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2012.11.01Latest Version1.6.0
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
November 2, 2012Release DateApril 17, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceNo DesktopWebUI
Desktops
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceNo DesktopWebUI