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Bluestar Linux screenshot

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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Tiny Core Linux screenshot

Tiny Core Linux

Tiny Core Linux is a 16 MB graphical Linux desktop. It is based on a recent Linux kernel, BusyBox, Tiny X, Fltk, and Flwm.

Technical Specs Comparison
Bluestar LinuxTiny Core Linux
ArchBaseIndependent (forked from Damn Small)
pacman / flatpak, pkgPackage Managertce / tar.xz
systemdInit SystemBusyBox
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version17.0
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
June 9, 2026Release DateFebruary 11, 2026
x86_64i486
Architecture
x86_64i486
KDE PlasmadwmFluxboxflwmGNOMEHackedboxi3IceWMJWMOpenboxWMFS
Desktops
KDE PlasmadwmFluxboxflwmGNOMEHackedboxi3IceWMJWMOpenboxWMFS