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MX Linux

MX Linux, a desktop-oriented Linux distribution based on Debian's "Stable" branch, is a cooperative venture between the antiX and former MEPIS Linux communities. Using Xfce as the default desktop (with separate KDE Plasma and Fluxbox editions also available), it is a mid-weight operating system designed to combine an elegant and efficient desktop with simple configuration, high stability, solid performance and medium-sized footprint.

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DragonOS

DragonOS is a Lubuntu-based desktop distribution which is focused on software defined radio (SDR). The distribution provides a pre-installed suite of the most powerful and accessible open source SDR software.

Technical Specs Comparison
MX LinuxDragonOS
Debian (Stable), antiXBaseDebian, Ubuntu (LTS)
apt / deb, flatpakPackage Managerapt / deb
systemd, SysVInit Systemsystemd
Semi-RollingRelease ModelFixed Release
25.2Latest Version
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
May 25, 2026Release DateMarch 27, 2026
ARMhfx86_64
Architecture
ARMhfx86_64
FluxboxKDE PlasmaXfceLXQt
Desktops
FluxboxKDE PlasmaXfceLXQt