1. [Home](https://www.g2.com/) 2. ... 3. [Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system) 4. [Slackware Discussions](https://www.g2.com/products/slackware/discuss) [ ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_86f8f8e45f1c8437a0d52083be10aaf8/slackware.jpg "Product Avatar Image") ](/products/slackware/reviews) [ Slackware ](/products/slackware/reviews) (34)4.4/5 Slackware is a longstanding Linux distribution renowned for its simplicity, stability, and adherence to Unix-like principles. Developed by Patrick Volkerding in 1993, it is the oldest actively maintained Linux distribution. Slackware offers a comprehensive operating system suitable for various applications, from desktop workstations to server environments. Key Features and Functionality: - Simplicity and Stability: Slackware emphasizes a straightforward design, minimizing unnecessary modifications to upstream software to ensure a stable and reliable system. - Comprehensive Software Selection: It includes a wide array of software packages, such as the X Window System, development tools, networking utilities, and popular desktop environments like KDE and Xfce. - Flexible Package Management: Slackware utilizes a simple package management system that allows users to install, upgrade, and remove software packages without automatic dependency resolution, granting greater control over the system. - Manual Configuration: The distribution relies on plain text configuration files and shell scripts, enabling users to fine-tune their systems according to specific requirements. Primary Value and User Solutions: Slackware's primary value lies in providing a clean, stable, and flexible Linux environment that closely mirrors traditional Unix systems. It caters to users who prefer manual configuration and a deep understanding of their operating system, making it ideal for advanced users, system administrators, and those seeking a customizable and dependable platform. By avoiding unnecessary modifications and automation, Slackware empowers users with full control over their systems, ensuring a tailored computing experience. 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[Syafril R.](https://www.g2.com/users/deb4ec33-1ab1-48c9-a825-7211a9471fe6 "Syafril R.") • over 6 years ago Software Implementation - Post Sales Supervisor - System Engineer More Options - [ # what is the best way to have OS selection Startup with slackware on the list ? ](/discussions/what-is-the-best-way-to-have-os-selection-startup-with-slackware-on-the-list) i am an old user of slackware ver 10, nowaday i want to use slackware again on my notebook which already running windows 10. since there is a change on booting selection , please help to show me the documentation about having slackware on other partition and showing the list on the startup OS... 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Just to make it clear, I`m an a huge fan of Slackware. 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