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Ultimate Edition

Ultimate Edition, first released in December 2006, was a fork of Ubuntu and Linux Mint though recent versions (starting in 2024) have been based on Arch Linux. The goal of the project is to create a complete, seamlessly integrated, visually stimulating, and easy-to-install operating system.

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Peppermint OS

Peppermint OS is a Debian- and Devuan-based (previously a Lubuntu-based) Linux distribution that aims to be fast and easy on system resources. By employing its Site Specific Browser, Peppermint integrates seamlessly with cloud and web-based applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
Ultimate EditionPeppermint OS
ArchBaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
pacman / flatpak, pkgPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
5.5Latest Version7
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
June 25, 2017Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
CinnamonKDE PlasmaMATEXfce
Desktops
CinnamonKDE PlasmaMATEXfce