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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.

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NebiOS

NebiOS is an Ubuntu-based desktop Linux distribution with a custom Wayland compositor called NebiDE (based on Wayfire). It features various user interface enhancements, an initial setup module called OOBE, the NebiOS App Runtime (napp-runtime) portable application format with bubblewrap containerization, improved gaming performance with Steam Proton integration, a kernel switcher for easy multi-kernel installation, and the Wine compatibility layer for running some Windows applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
HackerOSNebiOS
Debian (Testing)BaseUbuntu (LTS)
apt / deb, flatpak, snapPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Semi-RollingRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version10.2
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
May 6, 2026Release DateFebruary 25, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfceNebiDE (Wayfire)
Desktops
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfceNebiDE (Wayfire)