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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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Q4OS

Q4OS is a Debian-based desktop Linux distribution offering a choice of a classic-style user interface (Trinity) and a modern desktop environment (KDE Plasma). The project also develops various utilities, such as Desktop Profiler and Software Center, as well as installers for third-party applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
Slackware LinuxQ4OS
IndependentBaseDebian (Stable)
txzPackage Managerapt / deb
SysVInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
15.0Latest Version6.1
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
February 3, 2022Release DateSeptember 12, 2025
armi586s390x86_64i686
Architecture
armi586s390x86_64i686
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceKDE PlasmaTrinity
Desktops
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceKDE PlasmaTrinity