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PCLinuxOS

PCLinuxOS is a user-friendly Linux distribution with out-of-the-box support for many popular graphics and sound cards, as well as other peripheral devices. The bootable live DVD provides an easy-to-use graphical installer and the distribution sports a wide range of popular applications for the typical desktop user, including browser plugins and full multimedia playback.

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Peppermint OS

Peppermint OS is a Debian- and Devuan-based (previously a Lubuntu-based) Linux distribution that aims to be fast and easy on system resources. By employing its Site Specific Browser, Peppermint integrates seamlessly with cloud and web-based applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
PCLinuxOSPeppermint OS
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
dnf / flatpak, rpmPackage Managerdeb
SysVInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2023.07Latest Version7
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
July 30, 2023Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
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Desktops
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