PCLinuxOS Reviews & Ratings

PCLinuxOS

3.5 out of 5 stars

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Total 3.5 out of 5 stars
ease 4.5 out of 5 stars
features 5 out of 5 stars
design 3 out of 5 stars
support 3 out of 5 stars

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What is Slax?

Slax is a modern, portable, compact, and efficient Linux operating system that features a modular structure and offers an outstanding user interface. It can be run directly from a USB flash drive, making it easy to carry around in your pocket. Despite its lightweight design, Slax includes an attractive graphical user interface and a curated selection of pre-installed applications such as a web browser and terminal. Now based on the Debian framework, Slax takes advantage of a vast ecosystem, providing access to tens of thousands of ready-to-install packages through the apt command. The ongoing development of Slax is tracked and supported via the Patreon platform, allowing users to financially contribute to accelerate improvements. While I regularly update Slax to keep it up-to-date, some features requested by the community are only implemented once they garner sufficient support from patrons, highlighting the collaborative aspect of its development process. This approach ensures that Slax's growth aligns closely with the needs and desires of its user base, fostering an engaged community. Ultimately, the continuous feedback and support from users play a vital role in shaping the future of Slax.

What is PCLinuxOS?

PCLinuxOS is a user-friendly, free operating system based on Linux and tailored for x86_64 laptops and desktops. It can be downloaded as a LiveCD/DVD/USB ISO image, which allows users to explore the operating system without making any changes to their current setup. If they find it to their liking, installation on their hard drive is a straightforward process. The installed versions utilize the Advanced Packaging Tool (APT), which is derived from the Debian distribution, and Synaptic, a user-friendly graphical interface that facilitates software management. Users benefit from access to over 12,000 rpm packages available in its repository, providing a diverse selection of applications. Furthermore, PCLinuxOS includes a feature called mylivecd, which enables users to create a 'snapshot' of their present system, capturing all configurations, applications, and documents into a compressible ISO image that can be used for CD/DVD/USB. This functionality enhances user convenience by allowing them to back up their system settings and ensures that they can restore their custom environment whenever needed. Overall, PCLinuxOS prioritizes both ease of use and flexibility for its users.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

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Integrations Supported

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API Availability

API Availability

Pricing Information

$29.95 one-time payment

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Supported Platforms

Linux

Supported Platforms

Linux

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Training Options

Not specified

Training Options

Documentation Hub
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Slax

Company Website

www.slax.org

Company Facts

Organization Name

PCLinuxOS

Date Founded

2003

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.pclinuxos.com/

Categories and Features

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