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Zorin OS

Zorin OS is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution designed especially for newcomers to Linux. It has a Windows-like graphical user interface and many programs similar to those found in Windows.

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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
Zorin OSPeppermint OS
Debian, Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
apt / deb, flatpak, snapPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
18.1Latest Version7
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
April 15, 2026Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
GNOMEXfce
Desktops
GNOMEXfce