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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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Peppermint OS

Peppermint OS is a Debian- and Devuan-based (previously a Lubuntu-based) Linux distribution that aims to be fast and easy on system resources. By employing its Site Specific Browser, Peppermint integrates seamlessly with cloud and web-based applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
KaOSPeppermint OS
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
pacman / pkgPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2026.02Latest Version7
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
February 15, 2026Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
niriNoctaliaXfce
Desktops
niriNoctaliaXfce