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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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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
Zorin OSZimaOS
Debian, Ubuntu (LTS)BaseIndependent
apt / deb, flatpak, snapPackage Manager
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
18.1Latest Version1.6.0
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
April 15, 2026Release DateApril 17, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
GNOMEXfceNo DesktopWebUI
Desktops
GNOMEXfceNo DesktopWebUI