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KaOS

KaOS is a desktop Linux distribution that features the latest version of the Noctalia desktop environment, the Calligra office suite, and other popular software applications that use the Qt toolkit. It was inspired by Arch Linux, but the developers build their own packages which are available from in-house repositories.

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Bodhi Linux

Bodhi Linux is an elegant and lightweight Debian/Ubuntu-based distribution featuring Moksha, an Enlightenment-17-based desktop environment. The project takes a decidedly minimalist approach by offering modularity, high levels of customisation, and choice of themes.

Technical Specs Comparison
KaOSBodhi Linux
IndependentBaseDebian, Ubuntu
pacman / pkgPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2026.02Latest Version7.0.0
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
February 15, 2026Release DateAugust 21, 2023
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
niriNoctaliaMoksha (Enlightenment)
Desktops
niriNoctaliaMoksha (Enlightenment)