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Garuda Linux

Garuda Linux is a rolling distribution based on the Arch Linux operating system. Unlike Arch Linux, Garuda Linux comes with a graphical installer (Calamares) for easy installation, and other advanced graphical tools for managing your system.

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Mabox Linux screenshot

Mabox Linux

Mabox Linux is a Manjaro-based rolling-release distribution. It features the Openbox window manager as its default user interface and provides a welcome screen with access to utilities which add additional software to the operating system.

Technical Specs Comparison
Garuda LinuxMabox Linux
ArchBaseArch, Manjaro
pacman / pkgPackage Managerpacman / pkg
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
Latest Version25.12
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
March 9, 2026Release DateDecember 16, 2025
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
CinnamonGNOMEHyprlandi3KDE PlasmaMokkaSwayXfceOpenbox
Desktops
CinnamonGNOMEHyprlandi3KDE PlasmaMokkaSwayXfceOpenbox