DexOS is hobby OS written in x86 assembly. It was advertised as "console like", optimized for speed. It was written and maintained by Craig Bamford. The last version (6) was released in May 2012.

MikeOS is 16-bit real mode OS written in assembly. MikeOS is well documentated and it is opensource. Minimum requirements are 386 CPU and 1MB RAM. Last version (4.6.1) was released in March 2019.

Mojo is a simple operating system for the x86 architecture. It was developed using C, C++ and assembly. The goal was to implement a modern desktop OS. The first version was released in October 2008 and the last in November 2009.

SkyOs was created by Austrian Robert Szeleney in his free time. It featured full desktop enviroment. Many different popular applications were ported to SkyOS, for example: Apache, Mozilla Firefox, Thunderbird, Blender, NVU, Bash... SkyOS up to version 4 was freely available, however not open source. The author was initially charging a small fee for version 5.x. The last known version (Version 5 Build 6947) was released in August 2008. Robert Szeleney released Build 6947 free of charge in 2013 [1].

ZeX/OS is simple operating system written in C and assembly languages. It supports x86, x86_64 and ARM architecture. Features: Archs: x86, x86_64, ARM Mode (i386): protected Supports: preemptive multitasking, shell, commands, multitty, paging, networking, graphical environment, 2D and 3D (OpenGL) graphics Drivers: built-in (floppy, video, keyboard, rs232, lba, vga, vesa, pci, mouse, speaker, pcnet32, rtl8029, rtl8139. rtl8169, AC'97) Apps: elf executable (irc, websrv, webcl, nc, wm, openchess, im, telnetd, sh, imgshow, zde, zjab, zasm, ..), built-in (fdisk, hdcat ..) Filesystem: zexfs, fat12, fat16, iso9660, ext2, vfs, znfs Networking: ipv6, ipv4, tcp, udp, icmp, arp, ndp, dns, ips, tunnel broker, unix

Backtrack is Linux distribution based on Ubuntu for digital forensics and penetration testing created by Offensive Security team. Backtrack provides large collection of security-related tools including Metaslopit, Aircrack-ng. Wireshark, Nmap, Ophcrack and more. The last version (5 R3) was released in August 2012.

Commodore OS (also known as Commodore OS Vision) is linux distribution based on Debian and Mint by Commodore USA for PCs. Commodore OS is only for x64 systems and itsn't compatible with Commodore 64 software, but it contains free emulator(VICE) of the Commodore 64, Commodore 128, CBM-II, Commodore PET, Commodore VIC-20 and Commodore Plus/4. The last version (1.0 beta9) was released in July 2012. There is also unofficial 32-bit version (also based on Linux Mint) which should work on PC with Pentium 4 or better CPU.

Crunchbang #! is Linux distribution created by Philip Newborough. It is based on Debian and it uses customized implementation of Openbox window manager. Crunchbang was designed as a speedy modern operating system, that uses few system resources. The last version (11) was released in May 2013.

Cub Linux is a Ubuntu-based linux distribution designed to mimic Chrome OS. Cub Linux does not use any components of Chrome OS or Chromium OS, but it uses variety of open source software (like Chromium web browser) to create a desktop that is similar to Chrome OS with full compatibility with web apps from Chrome web store. One of the main benefits of Cub linux is support for traditional desktop applications, which cannot be used in Chrome OS. The last known version (1.0RC) was released in January 2016.

Damn Small Linux (DSL) is small Linux LiveCD distribution designed to run aslso on old PCs with very little RAM. It could run on 486DX with 16MB of Ram and whole ISO is only about 50Mb.The last stable version (4.4.10) was released in November 2008. New version is currently being developed (April 2024) targeting 700MB size and it is based on antiX 23 i386.

Danix is Debian-based live linux distribution for PCs. It contains many desktop applications for Internet usage, data recovery, office work, education, photo editing, and more. Danix Live also supports storage modules, where you can store all changes. By using this technique the Live system become acting almost as normal installation, so all changes (settings, data, installation of more software) will be pernament. Older versions of Danix included only Czech language, but Danix 2006 and newer has multilanguage support. The last known version(Evolution 2) is from August 2007.

Debris Linux (previously BeaFanatIX, BFX) is small Linux distribution based on Ubuntu. It is fully usable as a LiveCD and ISO image is smaller than 200MB. The last version (2.0) was released in November 2009.

DeLi Linux is a lightweight Linux Distribution for old computers. DeLi stands for "Desktop Light" and this distribution runs on runs even on 486 PCs! This distro can be used for desktop usabe - It includes email clients, graphical web browser, an office programs with word processor and spreadsheet, and so on. The last version (0.8) was released in May 2008.

DeLi(cate) linux is a fork of DeLi Linux 0.8. It is targeted at very old and low RAM computers. Minimum requirements are i386 CPU, 8MB of RAM for console or 14MB RAM for GUI and 280MB of free space. It is using Linux kernel 2.4 which may not work on new computers. The last known version(0.1 alpha5) is from July 2014.

Dyne:bolic is liveCD linux distribution focused on multimedia. This software allows to record, edit, encode and stream audio and video without need to install any software to your harddrive. Minimum requirements for dyne:bolic 1.x and 2.x is i586 class CPU and 64MB RAM. Dyne:bolic 3.0 recommends Pentium II or better and 256MB RAM or more. The last version(3.0 beta 4) was released in Semtember 2011.

Elementary OS is Ubuntu-based linux distribution with custom desktop environment - Pantheon. One of the main benefits of this distribution is user interface, which is easy-to-use and aesthetically appealing. The project is actively developed, but old versions aren't available for download on official website.

Feather Linux is a lightweight linux distribution based on Knoppix. You can boot Feather Linux from CD or USB and it is smaller than 128mb! Minimum requirements are: 486 or higher, 16MB RAM to run on the console, and 24MB RAM to run destop enviroment. The last version (0.7.5) was released in July 2005.

GeeXboX is linux distribution providing media-center system for PCs. Version 2.0 and later uses popupar XBMC (later renamed to Kodi) software for media playback. One of the main benefits of GeeXboX is, that it don't require a harddrive, whole OS can be used from LiveCD or LiveUSB. The last known version (3.1) was released in November 2013.

gOS (also known as Good OS) is easy-to-use linux distribution based on Ubuntu. This distribution was created by Good OS LLC. The main idea was to integrate web 2.0 applications into OS. gOS successfully integrated Google Apps and other web apps. The last known version (3.1) was released in January 2009.

Chromium OS is the Open-Source version of Chrome OS, which is special linux-based OS from Google. Chromium OS Vanilla was created by Liam McLoughlin (also known as Hexxeh). The last version (build 4028) was released in April 2013.

Chromixium is linux distribution based on Ubuntu linux designed to mimic the appearance and features of Chrome OS. The main desktop looks similiar to Chrome OS desktop, Chromixium also uses Chrome webbrowser. But it has also power of desktop linux, so you can easily install full desktop applications like LibreOffice or BitTorrent client. The last version of Chromixium (1.5) was released in July 2015 (i386 version) and in November 2015 (amd64 version), then the project was renamed to Cub Linux.

live.linuX-gamers.net is a Linux live distribution with many preinstalled games. The last verion (0.9.7) was released in 2011.

NimbleX is small linux distribution based on Slackware. It can be run from CD, USB or network enviroment and it features full desktop enviroment, that fits on ~200MB ISO image. It was also possible to generate custom ISO images via offcial page that included specific backgrounds, preinstalled packages and more. The last stable release (2008) was released in July 2008 and the last beta version(2010) was released in April 2010.

PapugLinux is minimal LiveCD linux distribution based on Gentoo. The goal of PapugLinux was to provide a minimal but functional free operating system and to be runable on most computers, from 128mb old systems to the latest powerful configurations.The last version (11.1a) was released in July 2011.

PartedMagic is Linux distribution with purpose being to partition hard drives. It includes disk partitioning and data recovery tools and it supports variety of filesystems including ext4, FAT32, NTFS, HFS+ and more. PartedMagic was distributed for free on official website, but in August 2013 the distribution became commercial and old versions are no longer hosted on official website. The last free version is from August 2013 and you can download it from our links. PartedMagic is still actively developed and the newest version can be purchased from official website partedmagic.com.

PCFluxboxOS is linux distribution based on PCLinuxOS with Fluxbox window manager. It is very lighweight distribution offered in two versions: TinyFlux 235MB ISO contains word processor (AbiWord), browser (Netscape 9), file manager, music player, image viewer/editor, dvd burning software The last version (1.0) was released in November 2007 LiveCD login details: guest/guest, root/root MidiFlux 340MB ISO it contains extra applications (compared to TinyFlux) like: Pidgin, Xchat, Pan, gFTP, TightVNC, Gnumeric, Aiksaurus, , GIMP, XSane, VLC ... The last version (0.6.1 beta) was released in September 2007 LiveCD login details: guest/guest, root/root

Remix OS is Android-based OS designed for computers with mouse and keyboard. The OS is mostly compatible with Android apps and it is possible to install Google Play store and other official Google Apps. Remix OS is compatible with standart x86 (BIOS only) and x64 (BIOS or UEFI) computers thanks to collaboration with Android-x86 project. Remix OS interface include features known from common desktop OSes (like apps in windows) and features like touch mapping tool for ability to use touch-based apps with stadart mouse/keyboard. The last version (3.0.207) was released in November 2016. Links: Remix OS homepage [archived], Archived discontinued product announcement

SimpleLinux is a linux distribution created by a group of Malaysian developers. SimpleLinux was advertised as easily customizable and it was released in multiple editions. Four editions were available in 2011: Community Edition - desktop OS for daily usage Extended Edition - extended version of community edition with more software Mini Edition - lightweight version for older PCs Server Edition - for server usage The last known version (1.10.10) was released in September 2012.

Slax is a live linux distribution based on Slackware (up to version 7.0.8). The biggest advantage is, that live image can be easily customized by Slax modules. Slax was developed by Tomáš Matějíček and the last slackware-based version (7.0.8) was released in March 2013. The new Slax 9 has been released in December 2017. Slax 9 is based on debian and it uses fluxbox instead of KDE. There are only a few preinstalled desktop apps like internet browser (Chromium) and file manager (dolphin). Additional apps can be installed via apt command.

Super OS (formerly: Super Ubuntu) is a version of Ubuntu with additionial enhancements like added software and tools, with the goal of making it more usable, in particular for users without an internet connection. The last version(11.10) was released in Semptember 2012.

SuperGamer is live linux distribution based on VectorLinux. It includes many games designed to be played directly from live system, however you can also install SuperGamer to HDD. The last version (2.5) was released in March 2011.

TinyMe is lighweight Linux distribution based on Unity linux. It uses Openbox window manager and it fits to 200MB ISO image. The main goal is to provide bloat-free and lag-free experience even on old computers. The last stable version (2008.1) was released in December 2008.

Ttylinux is a small linux distribution for several CPU architectures. The minimum requirements are 8 MB free space, i486 CPU and 28 MB of RAM. Ttylinux provides a complete command line environment and is ready for Internet access.The last version(2015.02) was released in February 2015 and it was updated in March 2015.

XPUD is small live Linux distribution with simple user interface, consisting mainly of a web browser and a media player. It can turn any PC into kiosk-like station. The last version (0.9.5) is from November 2010.

Yellow Dog Linux (also known as YDL) is Linux distribution for computers with Power Architecture like Power-PC based Apple computers, Sony PlayStation 3 and IBM System p. YDL is based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux and it uses RPM packages. Yellow Dog Updater was later was adapted for other RPM based distributions with the name YUM (Yellowdog Updater, Modified). First version was released in 1999 for PowerPC-based Macintosh computers. The last version (7.0) was released in August 2012.

PCLinuxOS Zen Mini (also known as Zen mini) is distribution based on PCLinuxOS. It is LiveCD with minimum apps pre-installed and whole image is ~350MB large. The last version (2012.1) of Zen mini was released in February 2012.

Anonym OS is a openBSD live CD OS with strong tools for anonymizing and encrypting connections. Networking in this OS is configured to take advantage of the tor onion routing network, that helps to provide secure, anonymous web browsing access. The last version (beta4) was released in January 2006.

OpenSolaris is open-source OS based on Solaris. It was created by Sun Microsystens and the last stable version(2009.06) was released in June 2009. Last preview version (snv_134) was released in March 2010.