Desktop – ArchiveOS

RoninOS

October 26, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: sourceforge.net/projects/roninos/
Origin: ?
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: LXDE
Architecture: x86_64
Based on: Debian
Wikipedia:
Media: Live DVD
The last version | Released: 071919 | July 19, 2019

RoninOS – the “Masterless Distro” based on Debian Bullseye/Sid, Linux Live Kit and the LXDE desktop. A Debian based Live distro that is able to be persistent off usb or hard drive, installable to hard drive in “frugal” mode or full install to hard drive or play live in either default or toram mode with/without persistence and without mounting or changing any hard drive partitions, etc and will run off a ntfs/fat32 or ext2/3/4 formatted partitions using Grub, Syslinux or Extlinux.

Goals – To be totally free to boot Live off various environments and computers without harming or changing anything on said systems (unless you want to), to have automatic persistency across reboots and boot to ram mode. Also, to be able to be installed manually in either frugal mode or true hard drive install mode as a Debian install.

Dual Kernel – RoninOS comes with not only the latest Buster/Sid kernel but also the latest Xanmod kernel, you may choose either at boot menu.

Networking – WICD may not pick up your ethernet/wireless so use Ceni available in the main menu/internet, note you may be auto connected at boot but WICD may not show it.

Cheatcodes – Since RoninOS is based off of and runs like Slax, cheatcodes such as persistence, toram and others like load=module_name or noload=module_name etc are possible, some cheatcodes no longer work. Cheatcodes for toram and persistence and possibly others can be combined, ie “slax.flags=perch,toram” will boot it persistent and toram. You may edit the boot codes at the boot screen by hitting TAB button if using syslinux/extlinux or e if using grub. You can also directly edit syslinux.cfg/grub.cfg during live session (as root).

Passwords are root=root and user live=live

The project founder is Bryan Starr.

RoninOS 071919 amd64 802MB.iso
md5sum: 4fdc2f83f891fefbacf39ffde869f09e

Chakra

October 21, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: chakralinux.org
Origin: Germany
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: KDE Plasma
Architecture: x86_64
Based on: Independent
Wikipedia:
Media: Live DVD
The last version | Released: 2017.10 | October 8, 2017

Zobacz po polsku: Chakra

Chakra – an operating system, a community-developed GNU/Linux distribution with a focus on KDE and Qt software, utilizing a unique half-rolling release model that allows users to enjoy the latest versions of the Plasma desktop and their favorite applications on top of a periodically updated system core.

Features:
– Plasma by KDE – A continuously updated Plasma desktop.
– Bleeding edge applications – The latest versions of your favorite applications.
– Stable core – A periodically updated core system provides stability.
– One-time installation – Set up your system once, and you will receive all the latest changes by keeping it updated.

Chakra 2017.10 x86_64 2.06GB.iso
md5sum: 3f12d2e658835b31939c75e21fb71004

Pinoy Linux

October 19, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: sourceforge.net/projects/pinoypuplinux/
Origin: Philippines
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: Xfce
Architecture: x86, x86_64
Based on: Puppy Linux
Wikipedia:
Media: Live DVD
The last version | Released: 2 | July 15, 2015

Pinoy Pup Linux – an open-source operating system based on Puppy Linux customized for the Filipino consumer base.

Features:
– XFCE Desktop Environment, Window Manager and Plugins
– Complete Desktop Suite – Office, Graphics, Multimedia and Programming Tools
– Connects to SmartBro, Globe Tattoo and Sune Wireless Broadband
– No installation needed

The PinyLinux2 is based on Kubuntu 14.04, so features the KDE desktop environment.

Pinoy Pup Linux 7 i386 988MB.iso
md5sum: c20cc20c1376f0b50cfda7daca7d1f36
PinoyLinux2 amd64 1.8GB.iso
md5sum: cb1b4f42b2422d3fb112aa1426e6192c

GuruMan Linux

October 14, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: sourceforge.net/projects/guruman-linux-kde/
Origin: USA
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: KDE Plasma
Architecture: x86_64
Based on: Manjaro Linux
Wikipedia:
Media: Live DVD
The last version | Released: 18.0 | November 16, 2018

GuruMan Linux – a KDE spin on Manjaro KDE Linux 18. GuruMan is based on x86_64-stable with kernel 4.19.1.

The GuruMan Linux KDE-18.0-stable-x86_64.iso can be installed in either a VM (Oracle VirtualBox or VMWare Tools) but I have integrated OpenVM-Tools into the ISO image which should work for either environment.

You can, of course, install GuruMan Linux on bare metal using a utility like Etcher (which I recommend) to create a bootable USB or create a bootable DVD and install it that way.

PCManFM File Manager has been incorporated into this ISO for those who want to replace Dolphin as their file manager of choice due to the security issues surrounding Dolphin that don’t exist in PCManFM. I left Dolphin in this distro, however, just in case you prefer that file manager instead regardless of security risk. Filezilla & gftp have been included as file transfer applications to choose from. My preference is gftp. If you use FireFox Web browser (my defacto Web browser in Linux), you will see an icon that pops up on the Task bar asking if you wish to install Plasma Browser Integration to support the add-on in Firefox for KDE. This is recommended to install. This distro uses the sddm display manager and pamac which replaces octopi as the package manager in GuruMan Linux.

The project founder is Dan Calloway.

GuruMan Linux KDE 18.0 amd64 2.2GB.iso
md5sum: 95126776a0a76175765c92474166b51c

Shift Linux

October 12, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: shiftlinux.net (not active)
Origin: USA
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: Fluxbox, GNOME, KDE, Xfce
Architecture: x86
Based on: Ubuntu
Wikipedia:
Media: Live
The last version | Released: 0.6.5 | March 24, 2008

Shift Linux – a GNU/Linux distribution based on the Ubuntu (previously on Morphix Linux) project in the form of a Live CD. It is a multi-functional system compatible with all Ubuntu package repositories. It is available in several editions, depending on the graphical environment and window manager used (there is a release for weaker machines using the Fluxbox window manager).

Shift Linux provides a set of the most popular utility applications in the open source world. You can find there such programs as: GVim, Revelation, Xine, Pidgin, gDesklets, GIMP, gThumb, AbiWord and many others.

Shift Linux 0.6 were released in the following versions: Shift Linux 0.6 Gnome, Shift Linux 0.6 KDE4, and Shift Linux 0.6 Lite (for older computers). Shift Linux Lite contains two less resource hogging desk managers (XFCE-4 and Fluxbox), but has a full compliment of packages and utilities.

As of version 0.6 of Shift Linux has moved away from it’s Morphix base so is based on Ubuntu. This version incorporates Firefox 3 (GranParadiso), OpenOffice, new themes, and a tested installer.

No download is available.
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VSIDO

October 9, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: vsido.org
Origin: ?
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: Fluxbox
Architecture: x86_64
Based on: Debian unstable “Sid”
Wikipedia:
Media: Live CD
The last version | Released: May 21, 2019

Zobacz po polsku: VSIDO

VSIDO – a Debian unstable “Sid” based live Linux distribution. VSIDO is a front line Debian Sid installation built with the goal of providing both new and advanced users the toolset needed to be productive, protected yet flexible enough to enjoy

For years, VSIDO has provided a stable release cycle within SID. Whether it is your personal laptop, or a real world server, it covers the gamut, for new users, or the seasoned professional hacker! System administrator or first time Linux user, VSIDO has all the tools already there and ready to use immediately. With Debian SID as it’s base, an actual real, rolling release, VSIDO also provides a support forum to assist with any issues.

VSIDO 21May2019 amd64 598MB.iso
md5sum: 84a3d9c36a4bc650dfae65c75d2fc037
VSIDO 21May2019 amd64 UEFI 600MB.iso
md5sum: 6f449167e679484cdf46e833217cf2f3

Black Lab Linux

October 2, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: blacklablinux.org (not active)
Origin: USA
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: LXDE, KDE, MATE, Xfce
Architecture: x86_64
Based on: Ubuntu
Wikipedia:
Media: Live DVD
The last version | Released: 11.7 | July 2, 2018

Zobacz po polsku: Black Lab Linux

Black Lab Linux (previously OS4 OpenLinux, and PC/OS) – a Linux distribution focused on ease of use and includes many tools that allow users to create and publish their own content.

It provides multimedia codecs out of the box, an easy to use and simplified interface. Great compatibility with older hardware help you extend your hardware and software investments.

Black Lab Linux was available for 64 bit machines with the GNOME, Xfce, MATE or KDE desktop environments of your choice.
New iso images were available to subscribers (paid). Other users can download a new iso image 30 days after the official release.

Starting with version 6.5, Black Lab Linux was released with a single environment version, with the KDE desktop only.

The project developer is Robert Dohnert.

Black Lab Linux 11.7 amd64 1.64GB.iso
md5sum: ebf6dba20e6af0d032f6e0097281672d
Black Lab Linux 8 KDE amd64 1.58GB.iso
md5sum: 10119c88df906f52ebb7e7d6d30c51dc

ShilaOS

September 28, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: sourceforge.net/projects/shilaos/
Origin: ?
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: GNOME
Architecture: x86
Based on: Ubuntu
Wikipedia:
Media: Live CD
The last version | Released: March 20, 2012

ShilaOS – a live CD Linux distribution based on Ubuntu Linux created for Shila Amzah fans.

As the developer said:
“We are Shila Amzah big fan so we have created this live CD to enjoy Shila Amzah Twitter and Youtube channel anytime, anywhere.”

ShilaOS 2012.03.20 i386 695MB.iso
md5sum: 3a5ab3bfc03df073d867aaa99647fcba

Ubuntu GNOME

September 25, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: ubuntugnome.org
Origin: Isle of Man
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: GNOME
Architecture: x86, x86_64
Based on: Ubuntu
Wikipedia:
Media: Live DVD
The last version | Released: 16.04.05 LTS | July 31, 2018

Zobacz po polsku: Ubuntu GNOME

Ubuntu GNOME (formerly: Ubuntu GNOME Remix) – an official flavor of Ubuntu, featuring the GNOME desktop environment. Ubuntu GNOME is a mostly pure GNOME desktop experience built from the Ubuntu repositories.

The first (unofficial) release was 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal), released in October 2012.
The first official release was 13.04 (Raring Ringtail).
The final Long Term Support release is Ubuntu GNOME 16.04.5.
The final stable non-LTS release was Ubuntu GNOME 17.04. The 17.04 release is no longer supported.

Ubuntu GNOME 16.04.5 LTS i386 1.35GB.iso
md5sum: e427b15ccc90afe75a68ff9f920259cb
Ubuntu GNOME 16.04.5 LTS amd64 1.32GB.iso
md5sum: ffb054432c777e08354bcfbeb94c195c

RhinoLINUX

September 23, 2020 by pavroo

Web site: rhinolinux.com (not active)
Origin: ?
Category: Desktop
Desktop environment: GNOME, KDE, Xfce
Architecture: x86
Based on: Ubuntu
Wikipedia:
Media: Live DVD
The last version | Released: 8 | August 22, 2014

RhinoLINUX – an Ubuntu based Linux distribution which offers a few live/install iso images, with preinstalled different desktop environments.

RhinoLINUX aims to create a desktop OS with something for everyone, but with ease of use, flexibility and minimal fuss.
It is a goal of the project that the OS will run or open ALL common/popular document/media/web format files without needing to add apps/plugins/codecs etc.

This latest release v8.0 is Trusty Tosca – built using Ubuntu 14.04 ‘trusty’ source as codebase there have been added codecs/plugins and cross-platform support for Windows applications and legacy Operating Systems via our VirtualX suite of emulation and virtualization software managers/sub-systems such as QEMU, WINE and VirtualBOX.

RhinoLINUX can run multiple Windows versions side by side at the same time or install Windows apps, including MS Office.
Custom system tools such as Multisystem boot builder apps, Live USB creators, Backup tools etc. as well as our Remastering tools are also available.

RhinoLINUX 8 i386 2.0GB.iso
md5sum: a64329400799c726dc103902264e36c7
RhinoLINUX 7 KDE i386 MB.iso
md5sum: c116d97ee612ac61d37e80b61091f6b0
RhinoLINUX 7 Xfce i386 MB.iso
md5sum: 8d54f293398cf231702fae386641c90c