What is a Linux distribution: a list of the smallest

A Linux distribution is an operating system based on the Linux kernel and equipped with a set of programs and tools for working with a computer. It includes a graphical user interface, device drivers, tools for working with the network, office applications and many other functions. Each distribution has its own features, settings and interface, which allows users to choose the most suitable distribution for them that meets their needs.

Advantages of small distributions

There are really a lot of advantages that such operating systems for Linux carry:

1. Small Linux distributions have a smaller size, which means fast downloading and installation on the device.
2. Such distributions work faster on older computers and devices with limited resources. Their work is more efficient by optimizing and reducing the number of installed applications.
3. Despite their small size, they usually have a wide selection of software and can be customized according to user requirements.
4. They are often used to create their own custom systems, which implies the presence of many projects and utilities for working with the system.
5. They consume less system resources, so they work much faster and more efficiently on older or not very powerful devices.
6. List of the smallest distributions
7. Manufacturers of modern Linux distributions pay more attention to compatibility with modern hardware.

Older machines cannot withstand such a load, and even the simplest operations, such as copying files, make the computer work for a long time and use all its resources. This leads to constant errors and system freezes.

There are many lightweight distributions that can quickly re-animate your old PC:

• Tiny Core Linux
• Damn Small Linux
• Puppy Linux
• Slitaz
• Antix Linux
• Bodhi Linux
• Lubuntu
• VectorLinux
• Porteus
• ArchBang Linux

Their developers have cut out of them all unnecessary information that only takes up space, such as libraries, programs and graphical tools. This not only makes the distribution easy, but also allows you to increase the speed of its work.

Next, let's look at each of these distributions that you can use to work.