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SparkyLinux

SparkyLinux is a set of Debian-based desktop Linux distributions. The project provides separate editions with KDE Plasma, LXQt, MATE and Xfce desktops, as well as a lightweight flavour featuring the Openbox window manager.

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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
SparkyLinuxBesgnulinux
Debian (Stable), Debian (Testing)BaseDebian (Stable)
apt / debPackage Managerapt / deb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Semi-RollingRelease ModelFixed Release
2026.03Latest Version4
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
March 15, 2026Release DateMay 24, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
KDE PlasmaLXQtMATEOpenboxXfceJWM
Desktops
KDE PlasmaLXQtMATEOpenboxXfceJWM