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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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ZimaOS

ZimaOS is an independently-developed, Linux-based operating system for personal servers and network-attached storage (NAS) devices. It features system-level support for remote access, RAID configuration, over-the-air (OTA) updates, and a browser-based user interface for managing the server.

Technical Specs Comparison
PCLinuxOSZimaOS
IndependentBaseIndependent
dnf / flatpak, rpmPackage Manager
SysVInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2023.07Latest Version1.6.0
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
July 30, 2023Release DateApril 17, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
JWMKDE PlasmalabwcLXDELXQtMATEXfceNo DesktopWebUI
Desktops
JWMKDE PlasmalabwcLXDELXQtMATEXfceNo DesktopWebUI