Operating Systems

Linux Mint
Linux Mint | The reliable Windows 11 alternative
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If you are thinking about switching from Windows to Linux, Linux Mint is an excellent option. The free operating system is easy to understand, simple to install, and similar enough to the Microsoft system. Here we explain what Linux Mint is exactly, what advantages and disadvantages it has, and on which computers it can be run.

Linux Mint | The reliable Windows 11 alternative
Installing Arch Linux
How to install Arch Linux
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Arch is a distribution that gives users a lot of freedom. At first glance, installing Arch is a little trickier than with other systems, but can be done. Here, we explain all you need to know about installing Arch Linux, from getting prepped to downloading Arch Linux and following each installation step. Read on for more.

How to install Arch Linux
Elementary OS
Elementary OS 6
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Elementary OS is often referred to as an alternative to Mac and Windows, but it’s available for free. The latest version, Elementary OS 6, offers plenty visually and is very user-friendly. We’ll show you all you need to know about the Linux operating system, its advantages and disadvantages, and why its future is still somewhat uncertain.

Elementary OS 6
Zorin OS
What are pros and cons of Zorin OS?
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The Ubuntu-based Linux variant Zorin OS 16 is treated as a competitor to Windows 11. The visually appealing, Windows-like layout “Zorin Desktop” makes the switch to the Linux variant particularly easy for Windows users. Other features include a link with Android devices, preinstalled software, and easy installation. Here, we present Zorin OS in more detail.

What are pros and cons of Zorin OS?
POP OS
What is Linux POP OS capable of?
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Plenty of Linux-based distributions already exist on the market, and new ones are being added regularly. One of them is the free POP OS (Pop!_OS). Developed by US-based team System 76, it offers a slim, intuitive user interface that runs on any Ubuntu-compatible hardware, is easy to set up, and is particularly suitable for gaming. Read on to find out more about POP OS.

What is Linux POP OS capable of?
MX Linux
What is MX Linux? The reliable and lean Linux solution
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MX Linux mixes Debian and antiX components and has evolved to attract ever growing user numbers and popularity. It has become a solid alternative for the most successful of Linux systems. Find out more about the MX Linux distribution, which users it is most suitable for, and what special features the operating system has in store.

What is MX Linux? The reliable and lean Linux solution
Xubuntu
Xubuntu: the Linux distribution for maximum performance
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Xubuntu is a community-developed derivative of the Ubuntu operating system. The distribution is suitable for users who appreciate speed, ease of use, and an elegant look, and want to get the most out of their laptops, desktops, or netbooks. In this article we take a look at Xubuntu’s advantages and system requirements.

Xubuntu: the Linux distribution for maximum performance
EndeavourOS
EndeavourOS: Antergos successor for individual systems
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EndeavourOS is a Linux distribution based on Arch Linux that features a graphic installer and numerous desktop environments. It’s versatile, but also has some down sides. Find out more about the advantages and disadvantages of the Antergos successor, what the operating system offers, and whom EndeavourOS suitable for in our article.

EndeavourOS: Antergos successor for individual systems
Garuda Linux
Garuda Linux: More than a Linux for gamers
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Garuda Linux combines the design possibilities of Arch Linux with a modern desktop environment and graphical tools. The operating system made a name for itself in 2020 and has become particularly popular in the gaming scene. We explain what Garuda Linux is, what its advantages and disadvantages are, and whom it is most suited for.

Garuda Linux: More than a Linux for gamers
Photon OS
Photon OS: Container virtualization by VMware
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VMware created a very lean, secure, and powerful Linux distribution for container virtualization: Photon OS. It has been optimized for the parent company’s platforms. We’ll explain what Photon OS is, what advantages and disadvantages the operating system has, and when you’d want to use it. Read our article to find out more.

Photon OS: Container virtualization by VMware