Which Distro?
Choosing a Linux Desktop
There are hundreds of Linux distributions, a lot of which have since been abandoned by their creators. According to DistroWatch, of the 1100+ distributions in its database 677 have been discontinued and 40 are dormant as of March 2026. This makes the question of which distribution to commit your organisation or business to a lot more interesting than it should be!
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CachyOS
CachyOS Performance-first Linux, based on Arch Linux Arch Linux strives for ultimate simplicity and flexibilty. It is based on a rolling release model, and aims to have the latest drivers. A minimal base system is provided and users can add only those packages that they purposely require. This makes Arch Linux most suitable for users…
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openSUSE
openSUSE Tumbleweed For desktops, servers and containers openSUSE makes open source Linux operating systems for desktops, servers and containers. Its most popular distributions are Tumbleweed which is a rolling release and Leap which is a stable release. Available in different flavours Free to use, with no strings attached Opt-in access to proprietary packages Industry backed…
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Debian
Debian The universal operating system With a large active community, Debian is a solid Linux distribution on top of which many other distributions (for example, Ubuntu and Kali) are based. Debian comes with a choice of several desktops including one that is optimised for older or less powerful computers. It is great for a businesses…
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Ubuntu
Ubuntu The secure, modern operating system used by millions The number 1 open source operating system powering millions of PCs and laptops around the world. Comprehensive security coverage and management tooling with 24/7 support from Canonical. The preferred choice for professional developers Everything you need to daily drive Private and secure by design Deep integration…
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Linux Mint
Linux Mint Easy to use, fast and comfortable Linux Mint is an operating system for desktop and laptop computers. It is designed to work ‘out of the box’ and comes fully equipped with the apps most people need. Everything just works ‘out of the box’ Rock solid reliable with centralised updates Your computer, your rules…
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Zorin OS
Zorin OS Make your computer better with Zorin Zorin OS is the alternative to Windows and macOS designed to make your computer faster, more powerful, secure, and privacy-respecting. Three versions are offered, namely: Zorin Core, Zorin Education and Zorin Pro. A familiar desktop – easy to get started Reliable – built on Ubuntu and Linux…
