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Slackware Linux

The Official Release of Slackware Linux by Patrick Volkerding is an advanced Linux operating system, designed with the twin goals of ease of use and stability as top priorities. Including the latest popular software while retaining a sense of tradition, providing simplicity and ease of use alongside flexibility and power, Slackware brings the best of all worlds to the table.

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Besgnulinux

Besgnulinux is a lightweight, desktop Linux distribution based on Debian's "stable" branch. Using the JWM window manager, it is designed to be fast, lightweight and easy to use, suitable for older and low-specification computers.

Technical Specs Comparison
Slackware LinuxBesgnulinux
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable)
txzPackage Managerapt / deb
SysVInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
15.0Latest Version4
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
February 3, 2022Release DateMay 24, 2026
armi586s390x86_64
Architecture
armi586s390x86_64
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceJWM
Desktops
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceJWM