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GhostBSD

GhostBSD is a user-friendly desktop operating system based on FreeBSD. Its default desktop is MATE, but a separate community edition with Xfce is available too.

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HackerOS

HackerOS is a live Linux distribution based on Debian's "Testing" branch and designed for regular users, gamers and cybersecurity enthusiasts. Some of its features include an optimised XanMod Linux kernel for faster boot times and reduced resource usage, out-of-the-box support for NVIDIA graphics cards, and a collection of cybersecurity tools, such as enhanced firewalls and intrusion detection software.

Technical Specs Comparison
GhostBSDHackerOS
FreeBSDBaseDebian (Testing)
pkg / txzPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak, snap
RCInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelSemi-Rolling
Latest Version
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
April 18, 2026Release DateMay 6, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
GershwinMATEXfceGNOMEKDE Plasma
Desktops
GershwinMATEXfceGNOMEKDE Plasma