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Synex

Synex is a GNU/Linux distribution based on Debian's "Stable" branch, developed with the official Debian Live Build tool. It offers four separate desktop options with GNOME, LXDE, KDE Plasma and Xfce, all of which are composed of a rather frugal set of applications in its default state, without any development tools or offices suites.

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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
SynexZimaOS
Debian (Stable), Debian (Testing)BaseIndependent
apt / deb, flatpakPackage Manager
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
13Latest Version1.6.0
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
December 21, 2025Release DateApril 17, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
GNOMEIceWMLXDEMATEKDE PlasmaXfceNo DesktopWebUI
Desktops
GNOMEIceWMLXDEMATEKDE PlasmaXfceNo DesktopWebUI