elementary OS

elementary os is a free, fast and aesthetically pleasing operating system based on ubuntu .

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elementary os is a free, fast and aesthetically pleasing operating system based on ubuntu .

elementary os ships with a carefully curated selection of apps that cater to every day needs so you can spend more time using your computer and less time cleaning up bloatware.

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Distraction free UI Out Of The Box Configurable macOS like Based on Ubuntu Debian package compatible

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Free Personal Linux

Customizable Privacy focused Security focused Compatible with Microsoft Office Out Of The Box Windows like Based on Ubuntu Debian package compatible X86/x64 Compatibility
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Free Open Source Linux

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Free Open Source Linux

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The Best 144 elementary OS Alternatives

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