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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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HackerOS

HackerOS is a live Linux distribution based on Debian's "Testing" branch and designed for regular users, gamers and cybersecurity enthusiasts. Some of its features include an optimised XanMod Linux kernel for faster boot times and reduced resource usage, out-of-the-box support for NVIDIA graphics cards, and a collection of cybersecurity tools, such as enhanced firewalls and intrusion detection software.

Technical Specs Comparison
Slackware LinuxHackerOS
IndependentBaseDebian (Testing)
txzPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak, snap
SysVInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelSemi-Rolling
15.0Latest Version
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
February 3, 2022Release DateMay 6, 2026
armi586s390x86_64
Architecture
armi586s390x86_64
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceGNOMEKDE Plasma
Desktops
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceGNOMEKDE Plasma