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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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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
Slackware LinuxZimaOS
IndependentBaseIndependent
txzPackage Manager
SysVInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
15.0Latest Version1.6.0
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
February 3, 2022Release DateApril 17, 2026
armi586s390x86_64
Architecture
armi586s390x86_64
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceNo DesktopWebUI
Desktops
BlackboxFluxboxFVWMKDElabwcWMakerXfceNo DesktopWebUI