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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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Vanilla OS

Vanilla OS, a fixed-release distribution based on Debian (formerly Ubuntu, prior to version 2) with the GNOME desktop, is an immutable operating system. The core parts of the system are locked down to prevent unwanted changes and corruption from third-party applications or a faulty update.

Technical Specs Comparison
Garuda LinuxVanilla OS
ArchBaseDebian
pacman / pkgPackage Managerdeb (APT)
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version22.10
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
March 9, 2026Release DateJuly 28, 2024
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
CinnamonGNOMEHyprlandi3KDE PlasmaMokkaSwayXfce
Desktops
CinnamonGNOMEHyprlandi3KDE PlasmaMokkaSwayXfce