MX Linux combines the strengths of AntiX and Mepis
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Conclusion
MX Linux proves itself as a stable and lightweight distribution built on a reliable Debian foundation. The distribution wins lots of points for user friendliness and is therefore suitable for potential Linux beginners. The detailed manual captures every nuance of the system.
You can see what the developers had in mind when examining features of MX Linux. It has been made easier to use but not overly complex. It also supports older hardware, which can be refreshing for users who want to avoid new purchases and for those who enjoy using their old computers. MX Linux should get more attention, because it is a thoughtful synthesis of AntiX and Mepis.
Infos
- MX Linux: http://www.mepiscommunity.org/mx
- Download images: http://ftp.cc.uoc.gr/mirrors/linux/mxlinux
- Liquorix kernel: http://www.liquorix.net
- Snapshots: http://mxrepo.com/snapshots
- Rufus: https://rufus.akeo.ie/
- Whisker menu: http://gottcode.org/xfce4-whiskermenu-plugin
- Frugal Install: http://antix.mepis.org/index.php?title=Frugal_install
- Persistent Install: http://antix.mepis.org/index.php?title=Using_liveusb_with_persistence
- SMXI: http://smxi.org
- Inxi: https://code.google.com/archive/p/inxi/
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