Operating Systems


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RedHat LinuxRedhat Enterprise Linux

OpenSuseThe openSUSE project is a worldwide community project sponsored by Novell that promotes the use of Linux everywhere. The openSUSE Project provides free and easy access to openSUSE.

SuSE LinuxSuSE Enterprise Linux

Debian LinuxDebian is a free operating system (OS) for your computer. An operating system is the set of basic programs and utilities that make your computer run. Debian uses the Linux kernel (the core of an operating system), but most of the basic OS tools come from the GNU project; hence the name GNU/Linux.

Centos LinuxCentOS is an Enterprise-class Linux Distribution derived from sources freely provided to the public by a prominent North American Enterprise Linux vendor. CentOS conforms fully with the upstream vendors redistribution policy and aims to be 100% binary compatible. (CentOS mainly changes packages to remove upstream vendor branding and artwork.) CentOS is free.

Fedora LinuxFedora is a Linux-based operating system that showcases the latest in free and open source software. Fedora is always free for anyone to use, modify, and distribute.

Gentoo LinuxWe produce Gentoo Linux, a special flavor of Linux that can be automatically optimized and customized for just about any application or need. Extreme performance, configurability and a top-notch user and developer community are all hallmarks of the Gentoo experience.

Ubuntu LinuxUbuntu is an operating system built by a worldwide team of expert developers. It contains all the applications you need: a web browser, office suite, media apps, instant messaging and much more. Ubuntu is an open-source alternative to Windows and Office.

Mepis LinuxMEPIS LLC and MEPIS Linux were founded by industry veteran Warren Woodford in November 2002. Warren had tried several distributions of Linux, but found that they all fell short of his vision for how a Linux desktop should work. Inspired by his experience as a NeXT developer, Warren decided to try his hand at creating a Linux distribution that just works. The first version of MEPIS Linux was released to the public in May 2003. By September 2003, MEPIS had jumped to #10 at distrowatch.com.

Mandriva LinuxMandriva Linux Community emerged in 1998 when the distribution was created. Having more than 10 years of experience is for sure a key point and a strong added-value, especially for newcomers. As for Mandriva Linux distribution, community is based open source principles, it's all opened and you can join whenever you want, whether you are a geek or a simple user.

Pendrive LinuxCarry a Portable Linux version with you on a USB Flash Pen Drive. Easily bring your portable desktop with you wherever you go.

Slax LinuxSlax is a modern, portable, small and fast Linux operating system with a modular approach and outstanding design. Despite its small size, Slax provides a wide collection of pre-installed software for daily use, including a well organized graphical user interface and useful recovery tools for system administrators.

Slackware LinuxThe Official Release of Slackware Linux by Patrick Volkerding is an advanced Linux operating system, designed with the twin goals of ease of use and stability as top priorities. Including the latest popular software while retaining a sense of tradition, providing simplicity and ease of use alongside flexibility and power, Slackware brings the best of all worlds to the table.

FreeBSDFreeBSDŽ is an advanced operating system for modern server, desktop, and embedded computer platforms. FreeBSD's code base has undergone over thirty years of continuous development, improvement, and optimization. It is developed and maintained by a large team of individuals. FreeBSD provides advanced networking, impressive security features, and world class performance and is used by some of the world's busiest web sites and most pervasive embedded networking and storage devices.

NetBSDNetBSD is a free, fast, secure, and highly portable Unix-like Open Source operating system. It is available for a wide range of platforms, from large-scale servers and powerful desktop systems to handheld and embedded devices. Its clean design and advanced features make it excellent for use in both production and research environments, and the source code is freely available under a business-friendly license. NetBSD is developed and supported by a large and vivid international community. Many applications are readily available through pkgsrc, the NetBSD Packages Collection.

Blag LinuxBLAG Linux and GNU, a free GNU/Linux distribution based on Fedora.

Dragora, GNU/LinuxDragora, an independent GNU/Linux distribution based on concepts of simplicity.

Dynebolic GNU/LinuxA GNU/Linux distribution, with special emphasis on audio and video editing.

gNewSense GNU/LinuxA GNU/Linux distribution based on Debian and Ubuntu, with sponsorship from the FSF

Kongoni GNU/LinuxA free GNU/Linux operating system of African origin. The name comes from the Shona word for a gnu (also known as a wildebeest).

Musix GNU+LinuxA GNU+Linux distribution based on Knoppix, with special emphasis on audio production.

Trisquel GNU/LinuxA GNU/Linux distribution oriented to small enterprises, domestic users and educational centers.

Ututo GNU/LinuxA GNU/Linux distribution based on Gentoo. It was the first fully free GNU/Linux system recognized by the GNU Project.

Venenux LinuxVenenux, a free distro built around the KDE desktop.