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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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Parrot

Parrot (formerly Parrot Security OS) is a Debian-based, security-oriented distribution featuring a collection of utilities designed for penetration testing, computer forensics, reverse engineering, hacking, privacy, anonymity and cryptography. The product, developed by Frozenbox, comes with MATE as the default desktop environment.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintParrot
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian (Stable)
deb, flatpakPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
22.3Latest Version7.2
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateMay 9, 2026
i686x86_64ARM64ARMhfRISC-V
Architecture
i686x86_64ARM64ARMhfRISC-V
CinnamonMATEXfceEnlightenmentKDE PlasmaLXQt
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceEnlightenmentKDE PlasmaLXQt