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Artix Linux

Artix Linux is a fork (or continuation as an autonomous project) of the Arch-OpenRC and Manjaro-OpenRC projects. Artix Linux offers a lightweight, rolling-release operating system featuring the OpenRC init software.

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AV Linux

AV Linux is a versatile, Debian-based distribution featuring a large collection of audio and video production software. Additionally, it also includes a custom kernel with IRQ threading enabled for low-latency audio performance.

Technical Specs Comparison
Artix LinuxAV Linux
ArchBaseDebian (Stable), MX Linux
pacman / pkgPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
Dinit, OpenRC, runit, s6Init Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version23.2
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
April 2, 2026Release DateNovember 28, 2025
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
CinnamonLXDELXQtMATEKDE PlasmaXfceEnlightenmentMoksha
Desktops
CinnamonLXDELXQtMATEKDE PlasmaXfceEnlightenmentMoksha