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Bluestar Linux

Bluestar Linux is a GNU/Linux distribution that is based on Arch Linux. The Bluestar distribution features up to date packages, a full range of desktop and multimedia software in the default installation and a live desktop DVD.

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AerynOS

AerynOS is an independently-developed, rolling-release Linux distribution designed for general desktop use. Its main features include the GNOME desktop, a custom package manager called "moss", atomic updates with rollback options, a package build system called "boulder", and smart boot management with complex EFI configuration through a utility called "blsforme".

Technical Specs Comparison
Bluestar LinuxAerynOS
ArchBaseIndependent
pacman / flatpak, pkgPackage Managermoss / flatpak, moss
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
Latest Version2026.01
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
June 9, 2026Release DateJanuary 31, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
KDE PlasmaCOSMICGNOME
Desktops
KDE PlasmaCOSMICGNOME