Best Operating Systems - Page 5
Operating systems (OS) allow users to perform the basic functions of a computer. The best operating systems oversee all software and peripheral hardware and accesses the central processing unit (CPU) for memory or storage. It also makes it possible for a system to run applications simultaneously.
All PCs, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and servers require an OS. Developers may opt for specific operating systems more conducive to programming and application development. In contrast, the average employee will likely use a proprietary system for more common, everyday usage. The most common operating systems for businesses are Microsoft’s Windows, Apple’s OS X, and Linux distributions, as well as mobile operating systems for smartphones.
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Best Operating Systems At A Glance
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Debian also known as Debian GNU/Linux, is a Linux distribution composed of free and open-source software, developed by the community-supported Debian Project . Debian is one of the oldest operating sy
- Computer Software
- 64% Small-Business
- 14% Mid-Market
203 Twitter followers
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Mageia community project develops and maintains a Free Software, GNU/Linux-based operating system for PCs and servers, for developers, businesses and individuals.
- 47% Small-Business
- 29% Enterprise
3,135 Twitter followers
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Flint OS is a fast, simple and productive operating system built on open source Chromium OS
- 47% Small-Business
- 33% Mid-Market
2,882 Twitter followers
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MageStack is a cloud operating system built for Magento hosting.
- 38% Small-Business
- 38% Mid-Market
1,118 Twitter followers
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LibreELEC is a lightweight Just enough OS Linux distribution purpose-built for Kodi on current and popular mediacentre hardware.
- 67% Small-Business
- 17% Mid-Market
7,675 Twitter followers
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BlackArch Linux is an Arch Linux-based penetration testing distribution for penetration testers and security researchers.
- 42% Mid-Market
- 42% Small-Business
16,918 Twitter followers
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The QNX CAR Platform for Infotainment is a proven, full-featured software stack designed to help automotive manufacturers build graphically-rich, connected infotainment systems that incorporate leadin
- 47% Mid-Market
- 29% Enterprise
2,781,239 Twitter followers
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CopperheadOS is a secure Android built for encrypted and secure phones by a privacy focused company. Available as security-centric and privacy focused Google-free Android for the latest Pixel devices.
- 53% Mid-Market
- 29% Small-Business
5,590 Twitter followers
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PureOS is a derivative of Debian GNU/Linux main, with added emphasis on privacy protection.
- 65% Small-Business
- 20% Mid-Market
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Gentoo is an operating system based on either Linux or FreeBSD and can be customized for just about any application or need.
- Computer & Network Security
- Computer Software
- 49% Small-Business
- 27% Enterprise
10,064 Twitter followers
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This Minimal Rocky Linux 8 server is designed to be light-weight and up to date on deployment for ease of use, security, and stability.
- 42% Mid-Market
- 25% Enterprise
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UnixWare 7 Definitive is a software that provides advanced security features to help secure your information and protect your internal network from outside intrusion.
- 42% Enterprise
- 42% Small-Business
149 Twitter followers
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GhostBSD is an operating system based on FreeBSD for home and office users.
- 58% Small-Business
- 33% Mid-Market
3,669 Twitter followers
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PicOS is a network operating system software for white box switches.
- 40% Mid-Market
- 30% Enterprise
1,531 Twitter followers
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Talos Linux is an API Managed, declarative, minimal Linux for Kubernetes. Manage hundreds of systems like you’re managing one, whether on public cloud, virtualized platforms, bare metal, or at the edg
- 50% Small-Business
- 17% Mid-Market
1,858 Twitter followers
