The Best 71 Windows XP Alternatives

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    Raspbian

    Raspbian is a free operating system based on Debian GNU/Linux and optimised for the Raspberry Pi hardware (the armhf processor architecture).

    Free Open Source Linux Raspberry Pi

    ARM support Based on Debian
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    SliTaz

    SliTaz GNU/Linux LiveCD operating system. "SliTaz is a free operating system, working completely in RAM and booting from removable media such as a cdrom or USB key. SliTaz is distributed as a LiveCD, and weighs less than 30MB.

    Free Open Source Linux

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    Trisquel

    Trisquel is a computer operating system, a GNU Linux distribution, derived from another distribution, Ubuntu, which is derived from Debian.

    Free Open Source Linux

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    Deepin

    Deepin is a reinterpretation to creativity and individuality. It is not only a rebirth to the system appearance, but also a brand-new upgrade to the operating experience! All of this lets deepin become the best partner of your computer.

    Free Open Source Linux

    Based on Debian Modern design
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    Pinguy OS

    Pinguy OS an out-of-the-box working operating system for everyone, not just geeks This OS is for people that have never used Linux before or for people that just want an out-of-the-box working OS without doing all the tweaks and...

    Free Open Source Linux

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    Edubuntu

    edubuntu is an educational operating system that is a part of the ubuntu family.

    Free Open Source Linux

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    Slax

    slax is a modern, portable, small and fast linux operating system with a modular approach and outstanding design. slax is a livecd linux distribution based on slackware .

    Free Open Source Linux

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    PCLinuxOS

    PCLinuxOS is a free easy to use Linux-based Operating System for desktops or laptops. PCLinuxOS is distributed as a LiveCD, and can also be installed to your computer. Easy to follow instructions are included on the LiveCD.

    Free Open Source Linux

    Windows like Rolling release
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    Damn Small Linux

    Damn Small Linux is a very versatile 50MB mini desktop oriented Linux distribution.

    Free Open Source Mac OS X Windows Linux

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    Mageia

    mageia is a fork of mandriva linux formed in september 2010 by former employees and contributors to the popular french linux distribution.

    Free Open Source Linux

  • Scientific Linux icon

    Scientific Linux

    scientific linux is a recompiled red hat enterprise linux, co-developed by fermi national accelerator laboratory and the european organization for nuclear research (cern).

    Free Open Source Linux

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    xPud

    A Browser OS with an App Store - The desktop has never been this easy -- Get your favorite web browser with a simple web-based interface on top.

    Free Open Source Windows Linux

    Portable Lightweight
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    Peppermint OS

    Peppermint was designed for enhanced mobility, efficiency and ease of use. While other operating systems are taking 10 minutes to load, you are already connected, communicating and getting things done.

    Free Open Source Linux

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    Hanthana Linux

    hanthana is a linux based operating system and a fedora remix suitable for desktop and laptop users. hanthana comes to you in the form of a live cd for regular pc (i686 architecture) systems.

    Free Open Source Linux

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    Tiny Core Linux

    Tiny Core Linux (TCL) is a minimal Linux operating system focusing on providing a base system using BusyBox and FLTK. The lead developer of the project is Robert Shingledecker.

    Free Open Source Linux

    Minimalistic Lightweight