Linux Distribution
Alfalinux
AlfaLinux is a port of the Linux operating system to
Compaq (was Digital)'s Alpha CPU.
Distribution homepage
ALTlinux
Our ALT Linux Russian mirror comprises three large archives:
Arch
Linux
Arch Linux is an i686-optimized linux distribution based on
ideas from CRUX. It is lightweight and contains the latest stable versions of
software. Packages are in .tar.gz format and are tracked by a package manager
that is designed to allow easy package upgrades. Arch is quite streamlined compared
to some other distributions. A default Arch install leaves you with a solid
base; from there, you can add packages to create the custom installation you're
looking for. Distribution homepage
Arklinux
Ark Linux is a Linux distribution designed especially for
desktop use, primarily for people without prior Linux experience. Its main goal
is ease of use, and the inclusion of many tools end users will need.
Distribution homepage
Armed
The Armed Linux product is a full Linux operating system distribution
that has been customized to install on top of versions of Microsoft Windows
or any version of DOS. Armed Linux is meant for first time users and people
who need Linux as a secondary operating system Distribution homepage
ASPlinux
ASPlinux is RedHat based and offers Asian and European language
support, including Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Russian and others, both in the
command line mode and within the framework of the Xwindow system. ASPLinux supports
the standards of open systems and Internet protocols, and can be installed with
MS DOS, Windows95/98/NT, and Unix variations. Distribution
homepage
Baslinux
BasicLinux is a multipurpose mini-Linux that boots from HD,
FD or CD-ROM. The 2mb package provides the usual rescue/repair tools, but it
can also dial an ISP and browse the net, or act as a router/firewall. BasicLinux
uses a newbie-friendly shell and editor, and it would make a good introductory
Linux for a DOS dinosaur. Distribution
homepage
beehive
Beehive Linux was created to provide a fast, simple, secure
i686 optimized Linux distribution without all the cruft and clutter. The objectives
of Beehive Linux are security, stability, speed, and simplicity. Distribution homepage
Blackcat
Russian/Ukrainian language distribution; a universal distribution
good for both Internet/Intranet server and a workstation or a home multimedia
system. Distribution
homepage
BlueLinux
Blue Linux is a free operating system comprised of programs
which are specialized for use in the educational field. Distribution homepage
cLIeNUX
A client-only use version of Linux, using gcc and gforth;
installs on x86 PC's and PS/2's with a 386 or better and 4 meg of RAM. Hardrive
space required varies by install method, but 40 meg is probably the minimum.
There are also cLIeNUX utility-floppy images.
Distribution homepage
Caldera
OpenLinux is a Linux distribution targeted chiefly at a business
audience. Open Linux includes a linux installation, the K Desktop Environment,
a limited version of Partition Magic, and office/internet/content creation tools.
Distribution homepage
Conectiva
Languages: Portugese, Spanish (English is in development)
A Brazilian Linux distribution aimed at beginning users and made specifically
for Latin America. Connectiva comes in both an e-server or desktop configuration.
Distribution
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Coyote
Coyote Linux is a single floppy distribution of Linux that
is derived from the Linux Router Project (LRP). Distribution homepage
Debian
Debian is kernel independent. It currently uses the Linux
kernel but work is in progress to provide Debian for other kernels, using Hurd.
It offers more than 2250 free software packages (based on GNU tools). Distribution
homepage
Dragonlinux
DragonLinux
is a Slackware based distribution, streamlined to make it easer for newcomers.
Using loopfiles, it installs on a Windows or DOS based system without the need
for repartitioning. There is an extremely active support group to welcome new
users.
Distribution homepage
elxlinux
elxLinux
offers easy installation, intuitive desktop, wizard driven configurations, high
security and virtually virus free, it is all set to deliver best of the experience
ever had by any PC user. The desktop is so well appointed with ergonomic layout
of applications and utilities that it takes no time for a user to achieve maximum
productivity level. Users migrating from Windows will find Elx an absolute delight
as Elx retains both style and functionality of all goodies they left behind
in Windows like My computer, Network Neighbourhood, Control Panel, Set up wizards
etc. besides which it also provides tremendous amount of control, liberty, reliability,
power and maturity which are inherently associated with LINUX.
Distribution homepage
DemoLinux
DemoLinux wants to make it possible for everyone to look at
what Linux can offer, and to make it possible for software publishers wanting
to show their Linux-based software to distribute a no hassle hands-off bootable
demo CD. Distribution homepage
Dualix
GNU Dualix is a mini-distribution of Linux . It is intended
for use as a portable network client, but includes much more than just network
programs - look below for a partial list. Note that it is not a rescue system.
Distribution
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E-Loop
E-Loop is a linux distribution on a bootable cd that mounts
a serpent encrypted filesystem on a windows partition. It also includes scripts
to encrypt personal files.
Engarde
A secure distribution of Linux that implements advanced security
techniques. It can be used as a Web, DNS, e-mail, database, e-commerce, and
general Internet server. Includes acomplete suite of e-business services, intrusion
alert capabilities, improved authentication and access control utilizing strong
cryptography, and complete SSL secure web-based administration capabilities.
Distribution homepage
Esware
A Linux distribution developed in Spain and oriented toward
Spanish-speaking users. Installation, command lines, documentation and user's
manual are all in Spanish (Castellano). Distribution
homepage
Finnix
Finnix is a self-contained, bootable Linux CD distribution,
based on Red Hat Linux. Finnix was created as a system maintenance distribution.
You can mount hard drives, set up network devices, repair filesystems, and pretty
much do anything you can do with a regular distribution. Distribution homepage
Frazierwall
FrazierWall Linux is a single floppy distribution of a NAT
firewall that is based on the Linux Router Project. It is designed for use with
Ethernet based internet connections (such as cable modems or xDSL lines). FrazierWall
allows you to share a connection with several other computers on a LAN. The
FrazierWall is remotely manageable via telnet and with a web browser. Distribution homepage
Gentoo
Gentoo Linux is a versatile and fast, completely free
x86-based Linux distribution geared towards developers and network professionals.
Unlike other distros, Gentoo Linux has an advanced package management system
called Portage. Portage is a true ports system in the tradition of BSD ports,
but is Python-based and sports a number of advanced features including dependencies,
fine-grained package management, "fake" (OpenBSD-style) installs, safe unmerging,
system profiles, virtual packages, config file management, and more. Distribution
homepage
Gibraltar
Gibraltar, a Debian GNU/Linux based firewall distribution,
available for download. This Gibraltar does not need to be installed on a harddisk
but can be run directly from the bootable, live CD-ROM. All software packages
written for Gibraltar, including the shell scripts for booting, maintaining
and administering it, can be distributed under the terms of the GNU general
public license. The complete, bootable ISO images of Gibraltar can be used freely
but commercial distribution is restricted. Distribution
homepage
Giotto
Giotto is a floppy Linux: a bootable floppy disk that
comes with the necessary parts of the Linux operation system. It can be installed
also on a harddisk and runs completely out of the system's RAM, generally no
hard disks are required. Distribution
homepage
Immunix
"Immunix" is a family of tools designed to enhance system
integrity by hardening system components and platforms against security attacks.
Immunix works by hardening existing software components and platforms so that
attempts to exploit security vulnerabilities will fail safe, i.e. the compromised
process halts instead of giving control to the attacker, and then is restarted.
Distribution homepage
JBLinux
JBLinux is a Linux distribution designed primarily for security
and performance, as well as aiming to provide the end-user with up-to-date high
quality software. All packages are optimized for Pentium-class CPUs.
Distribution homepage
K12LTSP
K12Linux is a group of educators using Linux in schools.LTSP
is the Linux Terminal Server Project. K12LTSP lets you boot diskless workstations
from the server. The LTSP is all about running thin client computers in a GNU/Linux
environment. You can use old PC's as diskless clients or buy new ones inexpensively.
Distribution homepage
Knoppix
KNOPPIX is a bootable CD with a collection of GNU/Linux software,
automatic hardware detection, and support for many graphics cards, sound cards,
SCSI and USB devices and other peripherals. KNOPPIX can be used as a Linux demo,
educational CD, rescue system, or adapted and used as a platform for commercial
software product demos.
Distribution homepage
Libranet
Linux software with an enhanced desktop setup and configuration;
includes window managers, word processing, spreadsheets, image processing/viewing,
video and sound software and a selection of games, utilities and productivity
tools. Also included is a variety of internet tools. Distribution
homepage
Linux-ppc
Linux operating system for PowerPC computers;also runs
on Apple Network Server, the BeBox, and a variety of IBM and Motorola PowerPC-based.
Distribution homepage
Linux-router
A networking-centric micro-distribution of Linux. LRP is small
enough to fit on a single 1.44MB floppy disk, and makes building and maintaining
routers, access servers, thin servers, thin clients, network appliances, and
typically embedded systems next to trivial.
Distribution homepage
Linux
via RPM
Linux via RPM (LvR) is a source-based RPM distribution loosely
based on Linux From Scratch. All source packages are defined and build using
XML'ized RPM spec files, making for a powerfull, flexible distribution with
a de-facto standard packaging manager.
Distribution homepage
LNX-BBC
The LNX-BBC is a GPLed, GNU/Linux, mini-distribution aimed
at PC based system rescue. In other words, it is a bootable operating system
distributed on a mini CD-ROM.
Distribution homepage
Looplinux
A small Linux distribution that can be installed and run from
a Dos/Win95/98 system without repartitioning.
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homepage
LRs-Linux
LRs-Linux is a Source-Distribution based on the LFS System.
LRs-Linux is compiled completely from source code but does not need for this
a host operating system.
Distribution homepage
Lycoris
Distribution created by the folks from DeepLinux and Redmond
linux.
Distribution homepage
Magnux
Linux
Magnux Linux is a complete operating system built above the
Linux kernel. It was entirely built from scratch and was not based on any other
existing distribution. The main goal of this project is to build a clean, simple
and secure Unix-like system well suited for server machines (though many users
use it on their desktops). Magnux Linux is also designed with strict conformance
with upcoming Linux standards (like FHS and the LSB) in mind. Distribution homepage
Mandrake
Linux-Mandrake is a complete pre-configured graphical Linux
operating system which comes with KDE, Gnome, Window Maker, Enlightenment and
other graphical interfaces. It provides ease of use for both home/office and
servers. Distribution
homepage
Matrix
Matrix Unix; a fully featured UNIX(r) environment with refrences
to BSD, Linux, and Soalris. MU is aimed run on i686/PPRO, ia64. and UltraSparc
processors.
MaxOS
Built around the GNU Linux kernel, X-Windows and the KDE Desktop,
MaxOS features an easy installation utility, numerous applications and utilities.
Currently optimized to run on Pentium PC's, but future developments include
systems for other platforms.
Distribution homepage
MCC
An early version of linux, MCC was one of the first-ever distributions.
Modularity
Linux
The Mini-CD starting point is Model-K (Modular Opensource
Distribution for Enhancing/Extending Linux based on Knoppix).
Monkey
Linux
Czech language mini-linux. Monkey Linux can be extracted
to the DOS filesystem (to the FAT32 too). This is complete small ELF distribution
on 5 diskettes. Distribution
homepage
NFSRoot-Linux
Using this system we get a light, usable linux console on
our machine. On local hard-drive [or optionally floppy disk] it takes only about
400k [kernel and loadlin], while all the root is on an nfs server.
Peanut
linux
Full Linux GUI distribution, that ships 99.9% software pre-configured
with KDE-Desktop/WM, Netscape, HTTP/FTP/Telnet daemons, 5 X Games, KLicq Client,
Igloo-Client, TKDesk, Packages include Quake3-Test(requires 3Dfx Video Card)
Perl5 5.6.0, GVim 2.6, PCMCIA, PPP, ISDN, Cable modem support. Distribution homepage
Peewee
linux
A Linux distribution for embedded applications and single
floppy systems. Features an ncurses graphical configuration utility. Distribution homepage
progeny
Progeny is an an enhanced version of the Debian distribution.
Distribution homepage
pygmy
Pygmy Linux is small distribution of the Linux operating system,
based on Slackware 7.1. Pygmy use UMSDOS filesystem, it allows an user to install
a fully functional operating system, that co-exists peacefully with DOS/Win9x
on the same partition. Pygmy is internet ready, it supports connection via modem
and network card. Distribution homepage
RedHat
linux
User friendly linux distribution. Configurations are compatible
for home or business users, or for server use. Redhat is notable both its for
technical contributions to Linux architecture (such as the Red Hat Package Manager)
and the fact that these additions are made available for anyone to use, modify,
and distribute under the GNU General Public License.
Distribution homepage
Relaxlinux
Relax Linux is a free linux distribution targeted towards
desktop users. It has compiler tools and glibc2.1, you can install to a dos
loop image (safer for you windows users) or to a seperate ext2 partition. It's
easy to install and the whole thing fully installed is less than 350 megs.
Distribution
homepage
ScrudgeWare
ScrudgeWare is being designed with several goals in mind.
First and foremost is to be built 100% from GPL(or other freely licensed) software
. Second, NO BLOAT, many modern Linux distributions come with every software
package known to man, this is not the Scrudgeware approach. Scrudgeware will
try to build a simple ("bare bones") system on which the user can add any software
they choose..
Distribution homepage
Slackware
Slackware has offered a stable and secure Linux distribution
for UNIX veterans as well as an easy-to-use system for beginners. Slackware
configurations are applicable for either server or workstation. Distribution
homepage
Small-linux
Small Linux is a distribution which fits on a floppy and can
boot in less than 2 megs of RAM. It is intended for users who need a Linux Kernel
that meets small memory requirements. Small Linux has been used (console based)
on a 386 laptop with 2 meg of ram and a 40 meg harddrive.
Distribution homepage
SoL
SoL is short for Server optimized Linux and is a Linux distribution
completely independent from other Linux-distributions. It was built from the
original src-packages and is optimized for heavy-duty server work. It contains
all common server applications.
Distribution homepage
Sorcerer
Sorcerer is a distribution for advanced systems administration
with both command line and menu driven package mangement programs.
Distribution homepage
Sourcemage
Sourcemage is a source-based GNU/Linux distribution based
on a Sorcery metaphor of "casting" and "dispelling" programs, which we refer
to as "spells".
Distribution Homepage
Spinix
GNU/Linux distribution
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homepage
Stormbringer
Stormbringer Linux integrates useability with security, bringing
end users the utmost in operating system stability while increasing the security
of the system overall.
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homepage
SuSe
European linux distribution; comes bundled with productivity
and internet applications.
Distribution homepage , English
language version homepage
Trinux
Trinux is a portable Linux distribution that boots from a
single floppy disk, loads it packages from a FAT/Ext2 partition, floppy disks,
or HTTP/FTP servers, and runs entirely in RAM.
Distribution homepage
Trustix
Trustix designed for the server share of the PC market. The
emphasis is on creating a fully secure server. This distribution contains only
the packages needed for a server.
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Vectorlinux
A base system to build a Linux system based on each individuals'
needs and wants in an operating system.
Winlinux
WinLinux is a complete Linux system that installs directly
to your Windows 95 or 98 just like any other application. WinLinux 2000 setup
and configuration software automatically detects and configures most of your
hardware devices. You can boot Linux as easily as starting any Windows application
and share free hard disk space between Windows and Linux.
Distribution homepage
Yellowdog
Linux distributions for Apple and IBM RS/6000 computers. YDL
is built upon the "monolithic kernel" and is RPM-based. Yellow Dog Linux Champion
Server, is geared toward a wide range of network applications such as ISPs,
corporate intra/extranets, web and network servers. A single user version of
yellowdog is under development.
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These distributions are freely available
for download and distribution under Open Source copyleft and licensing restrictions.
Please refer to each package for copying and distribution restrictions.