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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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Slackware Linux

The Official Release of Slackware Linux by Patrick Volkerding is an advanced Linux operating system, designed with the twin goals of ease of use and stability as top priorities. Including the latest popular software while retaining a sense of tradition, providing simplicity and ease of use alongside flexibility and power, Slackware brings the best of all worlds to the table.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintSlackware Linux
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseIndependent
deb, flatpakPackage Managertxz
systemdInit SystemSysV
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
22.3Latest Version15.0
BeginnerDifficultyAdvanced
January 13, 2026Release DateFebruary 3, 2022
i686x86_64armi586s390
Architecture
i686x86_64armi586s390
CinnamonMATEXfceBlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMaker
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceBlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMaker