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Pop!_OS

Pop!_OS is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution featuring its own GNOME-based desktop environment called COSMIC. It is designed with productivity in mind; it has fluid windows, search navigation via the Super key, workspaces that can hide clutter, and efficient auto-tiling of windows.

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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
Pop!_OSZimaOS
Debian, Ubuntu (LTS)BaseIndependent
deb, flatpak, PackageKitPackage Manager
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
24.04Latest Version1.6.0
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
December 11, 2025Release DateApril 17, 2026
ARM64x86_64
Architecture
ARM64x86_64
COSMICGNOMENo DesktopWebUI
Desktops
COSMICGNOMENo DesktopWebUI