List of Linux distributions

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Template:Cleanup-dateTemplate:Advertisement Template:Mergeto A wide variety of Linux distributions exist that can be categorized by package management system, how free they are, what platform they are designed for, or by their intended use. This exhaustive list of Linux distributions attempts to categorize notable distributions and provide brief descriptions of each.

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Debian-based free distributions

Adamantix
A Debian-based distribution focusing on security. See track record.
Amber Linux
A Debian-based distribution tailored specifically to the needs of Latvian users. See track record.
Bonzai Linux (formerly known as miniwoody, or tinyboner)
180 MB distribution, KDE desktop. Documentation mostly in German. See track record.
BeatrIX
a compact (200M) distribution from the Czech Republic. Design goal is user-friendly desktop. See track record.
Debian GNU/Linux
A distribution assembled by a large community of volunteers. Debian has a large selection of packages (over 15000) and supports a large number of hardware platforms. It previously had a reputation of being difficult to install but latest releases include a more easy-to-use text based installer, helping the situation somewhat. Debian is known to for being somewhat politically motivated; software that is not free is not usually tolerated in core Debian (e.g. LAME and other audio/video codecs). See track record.
Debian-BR-CDD
Debian-BR-Custom Debian Distribution. GNOME desktop. See homepage.
DeveLinux
A small live CD for developers, students and teachers based on Debian snapshot. It contains programming languages, compilers and web development environment using Apache, MySQL and PHP. See homepage.
Elive
Small distribution LiveCD, Intuitive is a word to describe it. Aims on confort and ease.
Finnix
A small system administration LiveCD, available for multiple architectures.
GenieOS
A CD to help new users to install 100% stock Debian along with common 3rd party plug-ins that are not distributable through the official Debian package repository (DVD player, Flash, Sun's Java, and Mplayer). Includes GNOME or KDE desktops. Previously known as Debian Pure, but renamed at request of Debian developers to avoid confusion. See homepage.
Gnoppix
A version of the Knoppix distribution that uses the GNOME desktop environment. This distribution has long release cycle and may integrate with Ubuntu in the future. See track record and homepage.
Guadalinex
An Ubuntu-based distribution promoted by the local government of Andalusia, Spain for home users and schools (cf. EduLinux, Skolelinux). See track record.
Hiweed
An Chinese distribution based on Debian GNU/Linux. See track record.
Kanotix
A live CD version of Debian based on Knoppix that can also be installed to a hard-drive. Known for its excellent hardware support and desktop integration among laptops where many suggest Kanotix over Mepis. KDE desktop, optional other desktops. See track record.
Knoppix
The first live CD (later DVD) version of Debian GNU/Linux whom many have copied since. Usable after booting from the CD image and comes with a large amount of software. Boot time is somewhat lengthy in all Knoppix based distributions due to extensive hardware detection. See track record.
Kurumin
A version of the Knoppix distribution designed for Brazilian users. See track record.
Kalango
Another great Brazilian Knoppix based distribution with strong visual appeal.
LinEx
A distribution promoted by the government of Extremadura, Spain. See track record.
Loco Linux
An Argentine Linux distribution based on Debian GNU/Linux. See track record.
MeNTOPPIX
Another great Indonesian Knoppix based distribution with strong visual appeal.
Morphix
A LiveCD distribution with different flavours, including GNOME. Often found being used as a base for other custom live distribution such as Clusterix, PHlAK or Gnix (to name three). See track record.
NepaLinux
A Debian and Morphix based distribution focused for Desktop usage in Nepali language computing. See homepage.
PingOO
A French distribution aimed at local communities, public organizations, schools, etc. It comes in three editions: PingOO Communication Server, PingOO Secure Server and PingOO File Server. Includes GNOME or KDE desktops. See homepage.
Skolelinux
A Debian-based distribution started in Norway as an affordable thin client distribution for schools (cf. EduLinux, Guadalinex). See track record.
Sun Wah RAYS LX
A desktop distribution developed in China.
Symphony OS
A Kanotix-based distribution which includes Mezzo desktop which is unlike anything seen before; it uses corners for tasks and background for menus (something like SuperKaramba). See track record.
Ubuntu Linux
A distribution based on Debian and sponsored by Canonical Ltd as well as receiving major funding from South African Mark Shuttleworth. Uses own package repositories which should not be mixed with Debian repositories; the idea is to take snapshots of Debian in regular intervals and offer complete and polished Desktop. Considered the highest rising star among Debian based distributions. GNOME desktop is default but KDE available as package. See portal and track record.
  • Ubuntu Server: A minimal installation of the Ubuntu distribution designed especially for server environments. It is a slim installation occupying just 400 megabytes with no window managers. First announced in 2005. This installation can also be used if one wants to make a more customised desktop later.
  • Edubuntu Linux: A version of the Ubuntu distribution for Education including LTSP.
  • Kubuntu Linux: Kubuntu is Ubuntu with the KDE desktop environment.
  • Xubuntu Linux: A 3rd party Ubuntu derivate distribution that uses the Xfce desktop environment.
  • De2: Debian Depok. A 3rd party Ubuntu derivate in Indonesian. See homepage.
Zen Linux
A LiveCD. Desktops available are GNOME and KDE. See track record.
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RPM-based free distributions

aLinux
A distribution for home use equivalent to Windows XP Home (formerly Peanut Linux).
ALT Linux
A collection of popular Cyrillic-based distributions, such as Master, Compact, Junior, and Castle. APT package management tool.
Annvix
Security-focused server distribution using tools like runit, urpmi, SSP-enhanced gcc, and more. Originally based on Mandrake 9.2 but has diverged a lot.
Ark Linux
A distribution that is focused on ease of use and ease of learning, while remaining technically sane.
ASPLinux
A distribution that provides support for Russian and other Cyrillic languages.
Aurox
a Linux distribution with emphasis on support for several European languages.
Berry Linux
A medium Fedora Core based distribution that provides support in Japanese and English.
BLAG Linux and GNU
An entire free (as in freedom) distribution intended for the home desktop user designed to provide many features while remaining within the size of one CD.
Caixa Mágica
"The Portuguese distribution of Linux".
cAos Linux
Diversely managed by the community, general purpose, lightweight (fast and can be suitable for running on older hardware) and easily customizable
CentOS
Community supported distribution which aims to be 100% compatible with the Red Hat Enterprise Linux distribution without Red Hat branding and various non-free software
Cobind Desktop
Conectiva
A Brazilian company merged with Mandriva Linux.
EduLinux
A distribution for educational purposes (cf. Guadalinex, Skolelinux ).
Engarde Secure Linux
EnGarde Secure Linux is a Linux server distribution that is geared toward providing an open source platform that is highly secure by default as well as easy to administer
Fedora Core
A general purpose distro for workstation, desktop and server use. Developed by Red Hat and the community.
Fox Linux
A Fedora Core-based distribution made in Italy, stable and simple to use, designed for basic home computing tasks: browsing the Web, writing and printing documents, using multimedia and burning discs.
Linux Mobile System
A Fedora Core-based distribution designed to boot from USB Mass Storage devices, such as keydrives.
Magic Linux
An easy-to-use distribution for Chinese users.
NOPPENLINUX
The first user-made live CD based on SUSE LINUX, targeted at system rescue and software development.
PCLinuxOS
An easy-to-use LiveCD distribution which can be installed to hard drive. Originally based on Mandrake 9.2 but since pursued its own course of development while remaining an RPM-based distribution. Includes APT package management tool from Debian together with its Synaptic GUI frontend.
PCQLinux2005
A distribution made by the Indian magazine PCQuest, based on Fedora Core.
PLD Linux Distribution
A Polish distribution intended for more advanced users, while remaining more convenient than Slackware or Gentoo.
QiLinux
made in Italy, completely from scratch. The QiLinux staff has developed a desktop and live version as well as a server and advanced server version.
Red Flag Linux
A distribution developed in China and optimised for the Chinese market.
Scientific Linux
A distribution, solely recompiled from the source distributed under GPL by a commercial Red Hat Enterprise Linux (in RPM-based distributions).
Sesco Linux
A secure Linux distribution, solely recompiled from the source distributed under GPL by Sesco information Systems Inc., (in RPM-based distributions).
Tinfoil Hat Linux
A distribution for the security-conscious and paranoid.
Trustix
A somewhat-hardened distribution focused on security. Contrast SELinux, from NSA, which is a set of kernel modifications, not a distribution, and cannot be used alone, however.
Ulteo
This distribution is not yet released, and that it will be RPM based, are just rumours. There are not yet any information about it being free or not.
Vine Linux
A Japanese distribution based on Red Hat Linux.
White Box Enterprise Linux
A distribution designed to be 100% binary-compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Yellow Dog
A Red Hat Linux-based distribution for the PowerPC platform.
YOPER
"Your Operating System", a desktop distribution from New Zealand.
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Slackware-based free distributions

Austrumi
business card size (50MB) bootable live CD Linux distribution developed by Latvian programmers
<<Back|Track
a network security suite developed by RemoteExploit.org. It includes many penetration testing utilities and code development tools. <<Back|Track also features a hard disk installer in addition to being a live CD.
DARKSTAR
a very configurable Linux based on Slack made in Romania. See track record.
Frugalware
general purpose Linux distribution, designed for intermediate users. See track record.
Kate OS
A Slackware based lightweight, Polish language distribution. See track record.
Plamo Linux
A Slackware based Japanese distribution.
Slackware
The oldest Linux distribution still maintained. Slackware packages are tar/gziped files with the extension .tgz.
SLAX
A Slackware based small live CD which can also be installed on keydrive. No hard drive install. See track record.
Sauver
Sauver is a "Live CD", so no installation is required. The whole Operating System runs right off any removable media (USB or CD) , putting whatever system files it needs into RAM only. See Sauver Homepage
Topologi
Designed to run on top of Microsoft Windows. Does not need any partition changes. See Topologi Homepage
Ultima Linux
Customized distro by Martin Ultima.
Vector Linux
Zenwalk Linux (formerly MiniSlack)
A Slackware based optimized distribution featuring XFCE as the default desktop, Gnome libraries, the new reiserfs filesystem, and new kernel. See track record.
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Binary distributions using other packaging systems

Arch Linux
An i686-optimized Linux distribution targeted at competent Linux users. Uses pacman utility to update packages.
CRUX
CRUX is a lightweight, i686-optimized Linux distribution targeted at experienced Linux users. The primary focus of this distribution is "keep it simple", which is reflected in a simple tar.gz-based package system, BSD-style initscripts, and a relatively small collection of trimmed packages
Foresight Linux
A distribution built around the quite new packaging system Conary.
Generations Linux 
A live CDROM distribution based on the 2.6 linux kernel with KDE and (default)Fvwm desktops.
GoboLinux
An alternative Linux distribution which redefines the entire file system hierarchy by installing everything belonging to one application in one subfolder under /Programs, and using symlinks from /System and its subfolders to point to the proper files.
IBLS
A modular mini Linux server distribution.
ImpiLinux
A South African distribution that focuses on the needs of African users. See homepage (inactive as of 2005-10-15)
Jedi GNU/Linux
A source-based GNU/Linux Metadistribution which is built around the force-get package manager. It is currently in a beta-state (as of June 2005) but is in constant development.
MkLinux
A distribution for PowerPC systems that runs the Linux kernel as a server on top of the Mach microkernel.
NimbleX
A modular distribution intended for nonexperienced users. It runs from the CD/USB.
Underground Desktop
a desktop distribution based on Arch Linux, i686-optimized and with KDE desktop. See homepage
Ututo
A Gentoo-based distribution, made in Argentina.
VidaLinux
A Gentoo-based distribution. It is essentially Gentoo (it uses Portage and ebuilds), but uses Anaconda to install.
Pardus
A new distribution, made in Turkey. It uses PISI (a new package management system) as package manager, COMAR as configuration framework.
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Source distributions with or without a packaging system

Gentoo
A distribution intended for enthusiasts and professionals with its own package management system called Portage. Gentoo focuses on the compilation of source code rather than the distribution of binary packages, which is expected to make applications to run faster.
Heretix
The successor of RubyX, management of this distribution is done via the Ruby programming language. Packagement is handled via Ruby as well, with packages being installed in one folder under /pkg. (Currently, June 2005, in very very early beta stage)
Linux From Scratch
A document specifying the process of compiling an entire Linux system from scratch, adjusted by whoever creates "his/her own personal Linux system". (not a distribution).
Lunar Linux
A source code-based distribution descended from Sorcerer GNU/Linux.
Murix
A Linux From Scratch-based distribution created with the goal to function on all hardware platforms.
Onebase Linux
A distribution intended for a broad range of users.
Rock Linux
A distribution build kit, or in other words, a software development toolkit for building OS solutions.
Sorcerer GNU/Linux
A source code-based distribution.
Source Mage GNU/Linux
A source code-based distribution, descended from Sorcerer GNU/Linux.
T2
An open source system development environment (distribution build kit). T2 allows the creation of custom distributions. Currently, the Linux kernel is normally used, but Hurd, OpenDarwin and OpenBSD kernels are being ported to T2.
TA-Linux
A distribution with a small base installation that the end-users can expand to include the software they need. Plans to support different architectures, such as Alpha, Sparc, PPC and PA-RISC, but at this time only x86 is fully supported.
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Small or lightweight distributions for use with older machines

See also: MiniLinux

Most of the mini-distributions offer both hard disk and keydrive installation choices.

Austrumi
A Latvian Live-CD mini-distribution that supports English. Based on Slackware and is similar to Puppy Linux, but includes a richer set of features.
Basic Linux (BL)
Aimed at very low end and limited hardware, such as the 386/486 with 4Mb memory. Comes on 2 floppies instead of the more normal CD. Slackware based and extendable with programs directly from the Slackware repository. Most likely the "smallest" Linux distribution capable of running graphical desktop.
cAos Linux
Diversely managed by the community, general purpose, lightweight (fast and can be suitable for running on older hardware) and easily customizable
Damn Small Linux (DSL)
Grandfather of mini distributions. A live CD designed for MiniCD with a hard drive install option. Started as a personal project to see how many usable desktop applications could fit inside a business card size 50MB MiniCD. Over time it has grown into a considerably active community project. Refinements include a fully automated remote and local application installation system and a very versatile backup and restore system which may be used with any writable media including a hard drive, a floppy drive or a USB device. Uses Knoppix hardware detection which - although detecting most hardware selection - takes a relatively long time to boot. Includes own *.dsl packaging system, but offers options to use deb package from Debian repositories to extend the system (use with caution). Uses Fluxbox window manager. See track record.
DeLi Linux
A desktop based mini distribution with office suite, webbrowser and other graphical programs to run on a 486. Built from scratch with some influences from Slackware and CRUX.
Feather Linux
Sharing similar goals as Damn Small Linux, but not based on it (Feather is more closely related to Knoppix). Includes more software packages than DSL raising the "small" limit to about 115MB. Uses Knoppix-based hardware detection and the Fluxbox window manager. Compatible with Debian packages (.deb).See track record.
Flonix USB Edition
a light distro for nomad desktop that runs from USB Keydrive. This is a pure commercial distribution that can only be purchased pre-installed on USB sticks.
Knopperdisk
New kid in the block. Aimed purely at USB sticks. (Gentoo based). See track record.
pocketlinux
A Slackware-based distribution developed by former developers of the now-discontinued Bonzai Linux. Includes a simplified Slackware installer & KDE Light desktop.
Puppy Linux
A unique mini distribution which boots 2-3 times faster than other mini distributions due to being based on Slackware and not Knoppix. Runs well under low-end PCs - even under 32MB RAM - with its ultra-minimalistic approach, where Damn Small Linux or Feather Linux would crawl. Contains very minimal set of utilities; e.g. earlier versions used BusyBox instead of bash to provide command line support. Managing the system to install new software requires more experience from average user. Uses JWM windows-a-like window manager. See track record
Stem Desktop
A hybrid, which uses lightest packages from Debian repository together with few home grown deb packages to build desktop (Fvwm95) which would consume very little memory. Designed for low-end hardware (266 MHz/64 MB/install on disk ~800 MB). Unlike other mini-distributions, this one does not have its own install CD. User needs to install stock Debian (aka "Debian proper") CD first without selecting any packages and then run a custom text based install script which builds the rest through open network connection. See project page.
SPBLinux
Mini-distribution for floppies and USB keydrives. See project page.
Vector Linux
Medium-lightweight distro with a text based installer. Applications included function well on older computers. Available in both standard (minimalistic) and SOHO (Small Office/Home OFfice - with Open office, KDE etc; size 2GB) form. Deluxe (pay) version also available. The 'Dynamite' (800 MB) is the testing version. Advanced package management with slapt-get and gslapt. Pros: includes java, flash, Open Office and is quite fast. Cons: not cutting edge (Slackware based). See track record
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Entirely- or partially-commercial distributions

ASLinux Desktop
A Debian-based distribution with KDE desktop tailored for Spanish speaking persons. Includes office, gaming, science and software development programs. See track record.
BlueCat Linux
An implementation of the Linux model enhanced for use in embedded systems ranging from small consumer-type devices to large-scale, multi-CPU systems.
Haansoft Linux
A Red Hat based distribution with KDE desktop, and with GNOME desktop at 2006 Workstation, which has introduced many features of Asianux. 2005 Workstation and Server versions were previous release.
Libranet
A Debian-based desktop distribution based upon and mostly compatible with Debian. The installation has hardware detection and the desktop has an 'adminmenu' (in both text and gui mode) to ease hardware and software configuration. The founder Jon Danzig passed away 2005.
Linspire
Another desktop-oriented distribution, previously called Lindows, based on Debian. Additional software is available from Linspire or via Debian's apt command, although compatibility with Debian is not guaranteed. Has significant proprietary software.
Linux XP
An easy-to-use distribution without the hassle of re-partitioning the hard drive and going through complicated processes of hardware configuration. Last release December 19 2005.
Mandriva Linux
Formerly known as Mandrakelinux. There are various products for servers, workstations, small businesses as well as individuals. Originally a Red Hat Linux variant optimized for Pentium-class CPUs, Mandriva Linux has since diverged to form its own distribution. While remaining entirely free software, Mandriva's business model adds further enterprise-class support and services, mainly through a subscription basis, as well as different release dates for individual members and non-members of their club. See homepage
MEPIS
An easy-to-use Debian-based distribution which also runs as a LiveCD, allowing you to try out MEPIS before you decide to install it on your hard drive. There are several flavors to choose from. See homepage.
  • MEPIS Lite - An entry level version of desktop MEPIS designed for home users with smaller hardware requirements (Pentium II/128MB/2G install).
  • SimplyMEPIS - The official name for the "MEPIS" distribution.
  • MEPIS SoHoServer - A general purpose server based on the recent release of Debian. Includes preconfigured Apache, PHP, Perl, MySql, Proftpd, Bind, DHCPd, Postfix, Dovecot, Shorewall, Squid, DansGuardian, Webmin, Usermin etc.
Mobilinux
By Montavista for smartphones.
Nitix
Developed by Net Integration Technologies Inc., Nitix claims to be the first autonomic Linux-based server operating system.
Novell Linux Desktop
A desktop-oriented Linux distribution supplied by Novell, Inc. (homepage) and targeted at the business market. In 2004 Novell acquired SUSE which is based in Nürnberg, Germany. SUSE is one of the most popular distributions in Europe. Like Red Hat Linux, it is a large distribution on several CDs/DVDs. Free Eval version are available that are virtually identical to commercial versions. Custom configuration tool YaST.
Open CoLinux
Commercial version of virtualisation engine of Linux for Windows called colinux. Runs Debian based Linux inside Windows with KDE desktop.
Progeny Componentized Linux
A Linux distribution developed by Progeny, based on Debian, using Anaconda installer ported from Red Hat Linux.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
The solely-commercial distribution for server market. The inventor of the RPM-packaging system for RPM-based distributions. See homepage
Sun Wah RAYS LX
A Debian-based desktop distribution, developed in China.
Turbolinux
A popular distribution in Asia, based on Red Hat Linux.
Xandros
Canadian based Xandros (based on the defunct Corel Linux) focuses on the desktop market and Windows compatibility. The Xandros distribution, unlike most others, may not be freely copied, as it contains proprietary software like the file manager, which allows direct copy-to-CD etc. Based on Debian,Xandros is compatible with Debian's dpkg package management system. Professional, like Lindows and SUSE. See homepage.
YES Linux
A turnkey distribution that is specifically targeted to the Small office and Home office (SOHO). See homepage.
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Special-purpose distributions

Some groups compile special purpose Linux distributions as turnkey firewalls, for embedded systems, and for other special purposes.

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Network Oriented

Asterisk@Home 
Basically enables to quickly set up a VOIP server based on Asterisk Open Source PBX.
ClarkConnect 
Router/firewall distribution
Coyote Linux 
Router/firewall distribution
Devil-Linux 
firewall/router/server distribution running from CD
Eisfair 
small easy to install Internet-server[1]
Fli4l 
a single floppy ISDN, DSL and Ethernet-Router
FREESCO 
a free replacement for commercial routers supporting up to 10 network cards and up to 10 modems.
Gibraltar 
Router/firewall distribution. See track record.
IPCop 
Router/firewall distribution
NASLite 
a floppy-based Linux designed to turn an old computer into a simple Network Attached Storage device
nUbuntu 
CD-based Linux with tools needed for penetrating testing servers and networks with a Fluxbox GUI.
SELinux 
Security-Enhanced version of the Linux kernel (i.e., no distro as such) created by the NSA
Sentry Firewall 
A firewall, server or intrusion detection system distribution
SmoothWall 
Router/firewall distribution
The Linux Router Project 
Router distribution
Tinfoil Hat Linux 
Bootable floppy distribution focusing on extreme security
Trinux 
Security tools distribution
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Media Oriented

64Studio
A Debian-based distribution attempting to specialize in audio and video production on AMD 64 workstations.
DeMuDi 
Multimedia production distribution
dyne:bolic 
LiveCD Multimedia production distribution
GeeXboX 
LiveCD media center distribution, mainly to play special-encoded video files (eg: .ogg, XVID) on home theater.
mediainLinux 
LiveCD Multimedia distribution; Knoppix based
Musix
For Music production; LiveCD
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Other

Bootable business card 
distros
Cooperative Linux 
CoLinux is a virtualisation effort to run Linux simultaneously along with Windows. CoLinux is similar to other virtualisation projects like Open source Xen (virtual machine monitor) project and commercial VMware.
DeveLinux 
A live CD distro for developers. It contains any kind of software which is useful to program and develop project. See homepage.
DSLinux 
Version of Linux designed for the Nintendo DS.
ELKS Linux 
The Embeddable Linux Kernel Subset
Embedded Debian 
Embedix 
Familiar Linux 
Distribution for iPAQ handhelds
FlightLinux 
A distribution for spacecraft
GC-Linux 
Linux made for Nintendo GameCube videogame console.
Hard Hat Linux 
see MontaVista Linux
Hikarunix 
A distro solely for studying and playing the game of Go
iPodLinux 
Embedded Linux firmware for the Apple iPod based on the µCLinux kernel
KnoppMyth 
Specialized Knoppix distribution for easy setup of the MythTV PVR software
MiniLinux 
MontaVista Linux 
embedded systems distro by MontaVista Software
Nethack Linux 
floppy-based Linux for playing NetHack[2]
openMosix 
a Linux kernel extension that links several single systems and forms one supercomputer
OpenZaurus 
Debian packages and ROM image for the Sharp Zaurus PDA. See homepage.
PS2 Linux 
Sony Computer Entertainment distribution released officially for the PlayStation 2 video game console.
Rocks Cluster Distribution 
A distribution for building a High-performance computing computer cluster.
TimeSys Linux 
embedded systems distro by TimeSys. See homepage.
tomsrtbt 
Root boot disk
VigyaanCD 
A Knoppix customization for bioinformatics, computational biology and computational chemistry.
Xebian 
a distribution for the Xbox home gaming console, Fluxbox. See homepage
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Alternate platforms

Linux started life as an operating system for X86-compatible systems but has expanded to include numerous other computer processors. Various distributions cater to those other computer architectures.

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Inactive or discontinued distributions

Beehive
Last release 2002.
College Linux
A Slackware-based distro from Robert Kennedy College, Delemont, Switzerland. Last release 2003.
EvilEntity
A Slackware-based alternative to Microsoft Windows. Last release 2003.
Icepack Linux
A user-friendly, full-featured operating system, pre-configured, well structured and easy to work with (RPM-based). Last release 2003.
Lycoris Desktop/LX
Fell down to one employee and then acquired by Mandriva.
Mastodon Linux
The last a.out Linux distribution.[7]
Randlix
A distribution fully compliant with the GPL but closed-source. Its whereabouts are unknown; the one English reference regarding it (according to Google) is located here
Red Hat Linux
Split into Fedora Core and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. The last official release was Red Hat Linux 9 in March 2003.
Softlanding Linux System
One of the earliest distributions, developed from 1992-1994; Slackware was originally based on it.
Stampede
One of the Stampede developers left and formed Gentoo.
ThizLinux
A HongKong based distribution provide services to Great China. Last release 2003. [8]
United Linux
A group of distributors who banded together to build a common base distribution, based on SuSE. United Linux has now ceased.
UserLinux
commercial, GNOME. Never produced a release after conceptual agenda. Was superseded by Ubuntu.
Yggdrasil
One of the oldest Linux distributions, not updated since 1995.
Open Wall Linux
hardened linux distribution.
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Fantasy Distributions

Yellow Hat GNU/Linux
A distribution produced by the Gelugpa branch of Tibetan Buddhism intended to allow the user to advance in programming skill and advance towards enlightenment.
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See also

Comparison of Linux distributions

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