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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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ChromeOS Flex

ChromeOS Flex, developed by Google, is a free and lightweight Linux distribution based on Gentoo-derived ChromeOS. Unlike ChromeOS which is designed specifically for Chromebook computers, ChromeOS Flex can be installed on most x86_64 devices with a AMD or Intel processors, offering a Chromebook-like experience.

Technical Specs Comparison
Artix LinuxChromeOS Flex
ArchBaseGentoo, ChromeOS
pacman / pkgPackage Manager(deb)
Dinit, OpenRC, runit, s6Init System
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
April 2, 2026Release DateMay 26, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
CinnamonLXDELXQtMATEKDE PlasmaXfceChromeOS Desktop
Desktops
CinnamonLXDELXQtMATEKDE PlasmaXfceChromeOS Desktop