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Linux Mint

Linux Mint is an Ubuntu-based distribution whose goal is to provide a classic desktop experience with many convenient, custom tools and optional out-of-the-box multimedia support. It also adds a custom desktop and menus, several unique configuration tools, and a web-based package installation interface.

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Archcraft

Archcraft is a minimal Linux distribution based on Arch Linux. The project provides a graphical user interface using minimal window managers rather than full featured desktop environments.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintArchcraft
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseArch
deb, flatpakPackage Managerpacman / pkg
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
22.3Latest Version2026.05.12
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateMay 13, 2026
i686x86_64
Architecture
i686x86_64
CinnamonMATEXfcebspwmOpenbox
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfcebspwmOpenbox