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Manjaro Linux

Manjaro Linux is a fast, user-friendly, desktop-oriented operating system based on Arch Linux. Key features include intuitive installation process, automatic hardware detection, stable rolling-release model, ability to install multiple kernels, special Bash scripts for managing graphics drivers and extensive desktop configurability.

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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
Manjaro LinuxParrot
ArchBaseDebian (Stable)
pacman / flatpak, pkg, snapPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
26.0Latest Version7.2
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
January 4, 2026Release DateMay 9, 2026
ARM64x86_64ARMhfRISC-V
Architecture
ARM64x86_64ARMhfRISC-V
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfceEnlightenmentLXQt
Desktops
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfceEnlightenmentLXQt