04
mar.
2011

MINIOS 2010.0 20110206 (kernel 2.6.31.14)

Year of release: 2011

Genre: Operating mini-system

Developer: Minios.

Developer site: http://www.minios.org/

Architecture: x86.

Interface language: English + Russian

Platform: Mandriva Linux

File format: zip

System requirements: Optimal for netbooks when working with flash drives

Description: MINIOS - a full-fledged operating system working with USB-Flash with the possibility of installation on hDD.
It is a free analogue of Mandriva Flash, based on Mandriva Linux and is a fully compatible distribution.
- based on Mandriva Linux 2010.0
- different from the assembly for 2010.2 in addition to the version also file System and compression. Uses SquashFS3 with GZIP compression,
instead of SquashFS4 with LZMA in 2010.2, due to which it works much faster on weak gland, optimal for netbooks when working with a flash drive.
- kernel 2.6.31.14
- Working Surrounding GNOME
- three-dimensional desktop compiz
- Support for modules on SquashFS 3 and simple creation in a convenient graphical interface
- Binding browser profiles, postal program, messenger to portable programs
- Ability to change the system for yourself directly from the system itself
- small size occupied space (about 500MB)
- Drivers for work on wide spectrum Equipment
- Support for Internet connection via Yota

The performance was tested on ASUS Eee PC 900 netbooks, ASUS EEE PC 1201N, HP Pavilion DV6 2025ER laptop.

Unpack the contents of the archive to the root of the flash drive, set the MINIOS disk label, then
Windows 2K / XP: Start SetupSyslinuxBootinst.Bat
Windows Vista./ 7: Start command line On behalf of the administrator, run from it located on the setupbootinst.bat flash drive
Linux: Start. / Setup / Bootinst.sh
After the first start and create a storage file, the graphical interface may not start, simply press Ctrl + Alt + Del, everything will work as needed from the second boot.

04
mar.
2011

Year of release: 2011
Genre: Operating mini-system
Developer: Minios.
Developer's website: http://www.minios.org/
Architecture: x86.
Interface language: English + Russian
Platform: Mandriva Linux
File format: zip
System Requirements: PC or Lack (No) Beech With Download Support from USB Flash
Description: Minios is a full-fledged operating system working with USB Flash with the possibility of installing on a hard disk. It is a free analogue of Mandriva Flash, based on Mandriva Linux and is a fully compatible distribution. - Based on Mandriva Linux 2010.2 - kernel 2.6.33.7 - Working area ...

30
jun.
2012

Vocaloid 2 2.0.6.14

Year of release: 2006
Genre: audio editor
Developer: Yamaha.
Developer site: www.vocaloid.com
Interface language: English
Assembly type: Standard
Bigness: 32/64-bit
Operating system: Windows XP, 2003, Vista, 2008, 7
System Requirements: Pentium 4 2GHz / Athlon XP2000 512 MB RAM (1GB Preferably) 4GB Hard Disk Places
Description: Vocaloid (eng. Vocaloid) - software Yamaha Corporation, imitating the singing voice of a person based on a given melody and text. Any Vocaloid-based program can be divided into two parts: a voice synthesis system (singing) and a library ...

20
jan.
2010

Norton Utilities 2010 14.5.0.116

Year of release: 2010
Genre: System Optimization
Developer: Symantec Inc
Developer site: http://www.symantec.com
Interface language: Russian
Platform: Windows 7, Vista, XP
System Requirements: Minimum requirements for hardware provision of 300 MHz or more powerful processor 256 MB of RAM 200 MB of free hard disk space
Description: Orton Utilities - Set of utilities designed to increase free space in random access memory, accelerate the loading of the PC, release the place on the hard disk and improve the performance of the system as a whole. The package includes: -start Manager for ...

17
aug.
2010

Embarcadero Rad Studio Architect 2010.14.0.3615.26342

Year of release: 2010
Genre: Development Environment
Developer: Embarcadero TECHNOLOGIES
Developer site: http://www.embarcadero.com/
Interface language: angly
Platform: Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista, 2008, 7
System Requirements: Intel® Pentium® Or Compatible, 1.4 GHz Minimum (2GHz + Recommended) 1GB RAM (2GB + Recommended) 3 GB Free Hard Disk Space 750 MB Free Hard Disk Space for Prerequisites DVD-ROM DRIVE 1024X768 OR HIGHER-RESOLUTION MONITOR MOUSE ORO Pointing Device.
Description: Embarcadero Rad Studio 2010 is a comprehensive solution for quick development. windows Applications, .NET, web attached ...

12
feb.
2014

Ashampoo Burning Studio 14 Build 14.0.4.2 Final + Portable 32/64-bit

Year of release: 2014
Genre: Recording disks, Copying disks
Developer: Ashampoo GmbH & Co. Kg.
Developer site: https://www.ashampoo.com
Interface language: Russian + English
Build Type: Standart + Portable
Bigness: 32/64-bit
Operating system: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8
System Requirements: 1024 MB of RAM (2 GB for Blu-ray Video), 350 MB on disk
Description: Ashampoo Burning. Studio 14 is the result of more than fourteen years of experience in the development of multimedia and recording programs. Even easier, even more powerful and more reliable - experience the best of ever created by Burning Studio! Basic ...

13
jun.
2016

Microsoft Office 2010 Standard 14.0.7165.5000 SP2

Year of release: 2016
Genre: Office for
Developer: Microsoft.

Interface language: Russian
Assembly type: Standard
Baptism: 64-bit
Operating system: Windows (7), Windows (XP), Windows (Vista)
System Requirements: -Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) (32-bit Version) -Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) -Windows 7 -Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 (SP2) and MSXML 6.0 -Windows Server 2008
Description: Microsoft Office. 2010 is one of the best sets of office programs for PCs, browsers and phones. This package has all the functions ...

21
jun.
2015

Microsoft Office 2010 Standard 14.0.7151.5001 SP2 Repack by Kpojiuk

Year of release: 2015
Genre: Office for
Developer: Microsoft.
Developer's website: https://www.microsoft.com/
Interface language: Russian
Build Type: Repack
Bit value: 32-bit
Description: Microsoft Office 2010 is one of the best sets of office programs for PCs, browsers and telephones. This package has all the functions that many have already needed today, and some can come in handy in the future. With this set, you can successfully accept the challenge of today's economic situation. And do not miss the factors of achieving success in the area of \u200b\u200bIT. ...

13
feb.
2012

Kaspersky 2012 Trial Reset 2.0.0.14

Year of release: 2011
Genre: Medicine for Antivirus
Developer: Pirates
Interface language: Russian
Assembly type: Standard
Bigness: 32/64-bit
Operating system: Windows XP, Vista, 7
System requirements: Intel Pentium. 300 MHz or higher, 256 MB of free RAM
Description: This program resets the Kaspersky trial and allows you to activate trial version Products with one click. You do not need to look any more keys.
Instruction: 1. Disconnect self-defense (setting - additional self-defense parameters). 2. Disconnect Kaspersky. 3. Run KTR2012V2. ON 4. Choose the desired item ...

30
but I
2015

Microsoft Office 2010 Standard 14.0.7162.5000 SP2 Repack by D! Akov

Year of release: 2015
Genre: Office for
Developer: Microsoft.
Developer website: http://www.microsoft.com/

Build Type: Repack
Bigness: 32/64-bit
Operating system: Windows)
System Requirements: Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) (32-bit Version) Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) Windows 7 Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 (SP2) and MSXML 6.0 Windows Server 2008
Description: Microsoft Office 2010 - the most popular package of office applications for computers, phones and browsers add. InformationMicrosoft ...

01
feb.
2011

Pinnacle Studio 14 HD Ultimate Collection Plus 14.0.0.7255

Year
Release: 2009.
Genre: video editor
Developer :: Pinnacle Systems, Inc.
Developer website :: www.pinnaclesys.com
Interface language: Multilingual (Russian is present)
Platform: Windows XP, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7
System Requirements: Intel® Pentium® or AMD Athlon.™ 1.8 GHz (2.4 GHz and above recommended) - Intel Core ™ 2 DUO 2.4 GHz Recommended for AVCHD - Intel Core ™ 2 Quad 2.66 GHz or Intel Core ™ i7 required for AVCHD 1920. 1 GB of RAM is recommended, 2 GB for AVCHD DirectX® 9 or 10 Compatible graphics adapter with 64 MB (128 MB or It is recommended above) - 128 MB required for ...

25
oct.
2009

Pinnacle Studio 14 HD Ultimate 14.0.0.7255

Year of release: 2009
Genre: video editor
Developer: Pinnacle Systems, Inc.
Developer's website: http://www.pinnaclesys.com/
Interface language: Multilingual (Russian is present)
Platform: Windows XP SP3, Vista, 7
System Requirements: Intel® Pentium® or AMD Athlon ™ 1.8 GHz (recommended processor with a frequency of 2.4 GHz or higher) - Intel Core ™ 2 DUO 2.4 GHz for AVCHD *, Intel Core ™ 2 Quad 2.66 GHz Or Intel Core i7 for AVCHD * 1920 It is recommended to install 1 GB of system memory, for AVCHD 2 GB is required * Graphics adapter compatible with DirectX® 9 or 10 from 64 MB of memory (recommended ...

21
jun.
2015

Microsoft Office 2010 Standard 14.0.7151.5001 SP2 Repack by D! Akov 32/64-bit

Year of release: 2015
Genre: Office for
Developer: Microsoft.
Developer's website: https://www.microsoft.com/
Interface language: Multilingual (Russian is present)
Build Type: Repack
Bigness: 32/64-bit
Operating system: Windows XP SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP1, Server 2008, 7
Description: Microsoft Office 2010 is one of the best sets of office programs for PCs, browsers and telephones. This package has all the functions that many have already needed today, and some can come in handy in the future. With this set, you can successfully accept the challenge of today's economic situation. And do not miss factors ...

19
mar.
2016

Microsoft Office 2010 Standard 14.0.7166.5000 SP2 Repack by Kpojiuk (2016.03) 32/64-bit

Year of release: 2016
Genre: Office for
Developer: Microsoft.
Developer's website: https://www.microsoft.com/
Interface language: Russian
Build Type: Repack
Bigness: 32/64-bit
Operating system: Windows XP SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP1, Server 2008, 7
Description: Microsoft Office 2010 is one of the best sets of office programs for PCs, browsers and telephones. This package has all the functions that many have already needed today, and some can come in handy in the future. With this set, you can successfully accept the challenge of today's economic situation. And do not miss the factors of achieving success in the field ...

10
sen.
2007

Year of release: 2007
Genre: 3D Soft Developer: Daz3D
Publication Type: Pirate
Interface language: English only
Medicine: present
Platform: Win-Mac
System Requirements: Win: # Pentium® III Processor 700 MHz (1 GHz or Faster Recommended) * Windows 2000® (Service Pack 2) * Windows XP® * Windows Vista® # 512 MB Ram Min (1 GB Recommended) # OpenGL Compatible Graphics Card # 300MB Free Hard Drive Space for Installation (500 recommended) # 32-bit Graphics Color Depth # CD-ROM Drive Mac: # Mac® Intel or Power Macintoshv® 700 MHz (1 GHz or Faster Recommended) # Mac®OS x 10.3 .9 or above # 512 MB ...

30
dec
2010

GLARY UTILITIES PRO 2.31.0.1098 + RUS + PORTABLE

Year of release: 2010
Genre: System Optimization
Developer: GlarySoft Ltd
Developer website: http://www.glarryutilities.com
Interface language: Multilingual (Russian is present)
Platform: Windows XP, Vista, 7
System Requirements: Minimum system requirements: Screen resolution 800x600 with 16-bit color 20 mb free space on Intel Pentium or AMD K5 hard disk processor CO 133 MHz 32 MB RAM Recommended System Requirements: Graphic Mode 1024x768 with 32-bit color 30 MB or more free hard disk space Intel Pentium 3/4 or AMD Athlon Process ...

With Windows, it is comfortable to work on regularly updated equipment, but on old computers it often starts to "slip". Fortunately, this case has alternative OS - light and safe.

A recent study of the well-known company AVAST demonstrates what equipment people use in reality. About a third of users still work on computers released in 2009 or earlier. Middle age majority personal computers - more than five years.

A quarter of computers have 2 GB of RAM or even less, and the presence of SSD is rather an exception. We believe that it is good. Do not worry and continue using your devices. The Windows operating system has more lightweight alternatives that are suitable for old computers.

Lubuntu: the lightweight version of Ubuntu

The list of leaders is heading Lubuntu - the Ubuntu compact version with the LXDE desktop.

Linux is a lighter system than Windows, in particular, because it has many different graphical interface options. If you look at Ubuntu and her "daughter" Lubuntu with a LXDE desktop, the second will seem worthy of a lighted alternative. A big advantage is that it allows you to gently use the equipment and at the same time not to sacrifice your comfort. For Windows Windows, work with the system should not represent difficulties, so it is worth trying.

Linux Mint Xfce: another alternative to Ubuntu

Slim Mint is a lightweight version of Linux Mint with an XFCE desktop that saves resources well.

Even the most popular version of Linux - Linux Mint is available with an economical interface. We recommend Linux Mint Xfce for a slightly outdated equipment. Be sure to try the built-in tools, such as the XPlayer media player or the program for viewing PDF Xeader. They are very careful by resources.

Elementary OS: in the luxurious MacOS atmosphere

Elementary OS is highlighted by its chic appearance.

Elementary OS wins due to its species, as it includes MacOS design elements. At the same time, Linux hides under the shell. Thanks to the built-in AppStore, you can equip the system with additional software; Basic programs are already installed.

PUPPY LINUX: It does not happen easier

Puppy Linux is a very economical alternative for those who want to save resources to the maximum.

If you do not fit the above-mentioned oSbecause there is not enough resources, then good option Puppy Linux can be for you. However, this distribution is significantly trimmed by functionality that somewhat complicates work with it.

Cloudready: Chrome OS for self-installation

Using Cloudready you can install Chrome OS on any equipment.

A variant that differs from all alternatives to the Windows presented above: Cloudready. It allows users to install Chrome OS to any equipment. Attention: Chrome OS is online, that is, you need to connect to the Internet. The operating system is quite economical, so Cloudready is recommended to use on devices intended for Internet surfing.

Do you use outdated equipment?

Still works or it's time to throw out? Undoubtedly, the moment will come when you have to part with old equipment. But there is nothing wrong with the use of old devices as long as possible. But the software must be fresh - the outdated Windows XP or Vista is better replaced. If the old equipment refuses to work with the current version of Windows, there is always a lot of lightweight alternatives.

Before moving to the option of the OS for a weak computer or laptop, you need to find out the characteristics of your PC. Relying on these characteristics, we will choose the specific version of the system to install. It is important to approach this task seriously, because it will be from it that will depend on the speed of your device.

Let's figure it out which operating system should choose and what windows Best For weak laptops and PCs.

Difference of 32x and 64x bit systems

An important component when choosing is the processor. First you need to find out what bit to support your processor (32 or 64). So, like 32x bits. The processor works only with 32x bits. Systems, while 64x bits. The processor can be operated with 32x and 64x bit OS. You can learn this to the office of the manufacturer of your CPU.

For example, on the Intel website, it is indicated as follows:

If you need an OS for a weak netbook, it does not matter, it will be 32x or 64x bit. The only difference between them is that the first does not see RAM with a volume of more than 3GB. That is, if your PC is equipped with 6GB RAM, but you have 32 discharge systemThe device will use only 3GB of memory, while the rest will just simply do not work.

Therefore, if your PC is equipped with no more than 3GB RAM, then the answer to the question is whether to put 64x discharge version Windows is obvious. If you do not suddenly know what at the moment Windows is standing on your laptop, you need:

Windows XP.

On Roven with Vista, XP is one of the most versatile.

As for the minimum technical requirementsWe have the following indicators:

• Pentium 300 MHz.
• 1.5 GB of free space on Winchester.
• 64 MB of RAM.
• Integrated video card and monitor with minimal resolution of 800 × 600 points.

XP can be installed both from the disk and from the flash drive - it does not matter.

Before the release of WINDOVS 7, XP for a long time was best system. However, in 2014, Microsoft decided to stop supporting this version and supply updates, which means to date, it ceased to be relevant and sets only for two reasons:

1. For old computers and laptops with weak characteristics.
2. In the absence of drivers for specific equipment, programs or applications.

The second option is more refer to a working PC than to the home.

That is, Windows XP is an easy operating system that is perfect for simple devices. However, it is safe to say that it is obsolete ( last update It was in the distant 2014) and not allocated to speed.

Windows 7.

This version is also suitable for weak laptops.

And now you will understand this when we consider the minimum technical requirements:

• 1GHz processor.
• 1GB RAM.
• 16GB Hard disk space.
• Video card with DirectX9.

In Our. windows time 7 is considered one of the most famous and popular, despite its age, and it came out in 2009. Seven combines in itself top Qualities All other versions:

• Low system requirements.
• Stable work without errors and failures.
• High performance quite high.
• Support large number Programs, applications and equipment.
• Optimized work on the laptops.

That is, it is safe to say that the seven is superior to XP in many respects, and at the same time is not much more demanding and is perfect for the old laptop.

Windows 8 and 8.1

Minimum technical requirements:

• 1GHz processor with NX, SSE2 and PAE support.
• 16GB of free space on HDD.
• 1GB RAM.
• Video card with DirectX9.

Windows 8 does not exceed, but also absolutely nothing is inferior to Windows 7, and in principle suitable for weak computers, but it is unlikely to fully function on obsolete models.

The only difference is the default in this version there is no useful "Start" button for users, a tile screen appears instead. I would also like to say that it works a little faster than its predecessor, which is particularly noticeable when the PC is loaded after switching on. That is, there is no special difference between them: applications and equipment work equally, and they themselves have a huge similarity.

Windows 10.

Before talking, whether Windows 10 is suitable for an old computer, let's see its technical requirements:

• The processor is at least 1GHz.
• 1GB RAM for 32x bit systems and 2GB for 64x.
• 16GB of free space for 32x bits. and 20GB for 64x, respectively.
• Video card with DirectX9.

Since the release of dozens, almost 5 years have passed (release date on June 1, 2015). During this time, the OS updated hundreds of times, and if earlier among users, the top ten was famous for a large number of flaws, today it is quite possible to name a fairly stable OS.

Therefore, if your PC is suitable for the declared requirements for the gland, you can safely install Windows 10. But before that I want to draw your attention to one important momentEspecially it concerns users of weak computers:

In addition, Windows 10 and 8 differ only to a few modified graphic appearance, browser and the presence of some new features. Choosing any version since the 7rker and above, you need to be prepared for what your will consume 2-3 times more RAM (512B-2GB) than on XP. How many RAM is it will spend, you can read in every antivirus. Therefore, be sure to take into account this factor.

So what kind of OS put on a weak PC?

Carefully examined the most popular OS to date, we can conclude that the best operating system for a weak PC is Windows 7. It significantly exceeds Windows XP and is practically no different from Windows 8, with the exception of less demanding. That is, it can be said that Windows 7 is a lightweight version of Windows 8 and 10, which is almost no means inferior to them.

Some refinements:

• Under the old computer is meant the machine released until 2009-2010. With about the following hardware (1-2GB DDR 1, Intel Pentium 4 / Celeron and integrated graphics or video card with 128-256 MB memory). If you are the owner of such a PC, then for you the ideal option will be the operating windows system 7 (optimized).

In all other cases, you can give preference to a new dozen.

But if you chase for maximum performance, then the seven is not worth looking.

Most likely, Windows installed on your computer. This operating system may seem free, but it is not. Manufacturers must pay Microsoft for license to supply computers with Windows, and you need to buy a copy if you want to install Windows yourself.

There are many operating systems that are actually free. Most of them are quite famous. The most popular is Linux, and if you regularly read news about computer technologiesThis name is unlikely to be unfamiliar to you. Continue reading this article and by the time you read to the end this list, Linux will seem completely ordinary. Here are ten other free operating systems that most of us never have heard.

1. FreeBSD.

If you are using a free operating system that is not Linux, it is probably based on BSD. FreeBSD is just one of several UNIX-like operating systems. Others include NetBSD, OpenBSD and PC-BSD. Whatever you use, most of the experience are similar to what you find in Linux. Free and open software available for one, as a rule, can work on the other.

Even if you are not a free software lover, you can use parts FreeBSD, not realizing it. Due to the license license of the project, part of the code made the way to Apple MacOS, Sony Playstation. 4 and routers Juniper.

2. REACTOS.

Most free operating systems are an alternative to Windows. Reactos, in a sense, seeks to be Windows. The goal is to provide users with funds to launch Windows software, without having to buy an operating system from Microsoft.

ReactOS is a free and open source operating system, so it cannot use any real windows code. The project partially implemented many windows interfaces API, and it collaborates with Wine project to run programs, applications and software.

3. Freedos.

Did you use computers when DOS was the only option? Do you have good memories of MS-DOS?

Freedos allows you to survive this youth era. OS Barebones gives you a means to run old DOS programs on more modern hardware or inside the virtual machine. Or you can simply use it to launch old games.

4. Haiku (hayk or hockey)

Haiku draws inspiration in Beos. Beos was a graphics operating system developed by BE INC to work on Bebox back in 1995. The operating system is stuck for five years before the last update came out in 2000.

Beos may not have been called a nominal one, but it attracted some users, and some wanted the operating system to live enough to create its own version with open source code. The goal is that the software written for Beos worked on Haiku, it seems that Reactos wants to do with Windows. Given all the circumstances, the hayk team may handle it easier.

5. Illumos

Oracle is used to support the operating system called Solaris. Initially, he was closed, but the project was opened in 2008. Oracle stopped the release of OpenSolaris in 2010 and returned to his own model with Solaris 11 in 2011.

6. Syllable

Syllable is based on ATHEOS, the Amigaos clone, which was left at the turn of the century. As for Amigaos, he is still alive, despite the fact that he was born in the 80s for the line of computers that have long considered ancient.

Syllable is intended for home office users with a user-friendly interface and native applications, including web browser based on WebKit and mail client. The fact is that it can do it on a computer only with 32 MB of RAM (although at least 64 MB is recommended for viewing). The total installation should occupy about 250 MB of the hard disk space.

7. AROS Research Operating System

Although syllable is based on the Amigaos clone, Aros uses another approach. He actually puts his binary compatibility with Amigaos at the API level. It looks like as Reactos is focused on Windows, and Haiku aims to Beos.

You may be surprised whether AMIGAOS is worth so much attention. I already said that Amigaos is still here? This is also not free. Someone is still ready to pay for the operating system, which most people never hear about. AROS offers a way to use some Amigaos programs without having to pay money. In addition, it is open sourcewhich can leave you a sense of security.

8. Menuetos.

That's what a Menuetos is - it is small enough to accommodate it on one flexible floppy disk. These were flash drives of the 90s, and they were offered only to 1.44 MB of memory. Considering that many distributions Linux There are difficulties with a compact disk of 700 MB, loading from a floppy disk in our days is difficult.

Menuetos is fully written in a 32-bit assembler language and is designed to work with minimal costs, although it supports up to 32 GB of RAM.

9. Dexos.

Does all desktop operating systems feel the same? Here is one that uses another approach. Featuring the DEXOS will be less like to use the computer in the keyboard class and is more like the game on the main game console.

Starting applications in DEXOS vaguely resembles the disk insert into the old Dreamcast. The experience seems more authentic if you actually play the game. And another cool thing? This free OS is also small enough to fit on the floppy disk.

10. Visopsys

Like DEXOS, Visopsys is a hobby project of a single developer. Install it if you want to look at something that can create only one person.

The visual operating system (admitted, this name can be applicable to any OS with a working environment) was in development since 1997. It is not based on one previously existing OS. This does not mean that the project does not use the existing code. Here you will find shared GNU tools, and icons that can be familiar to KDE PLASMA users.

Will you use any of these free operating systems?

Most of them are not. The developers of Haiku do not work at a complete rate. The Visopsys developer clearly says that their OS is not so functional as Linux or perhaps a more fair comparison, syllable. DEXOS is more experiment than anything else.

Nevertheless, there are many people who prefer FreeBSD instead of Linux. Illumos may not be known, even among FOSS lovers, but it has its own applications. And did I not mention the use of Freedos to play all the old DOS games?

Is there a system in this list that would you like to use? Do you know about another unknown free operating system that is not in this list? Let us know about it in the comments!

Usually we want the Linux distribution unit to make as many programs as possible, settings and at the same time its size remained within reasonable limits. But in some cases, distributions may need, which, although they do not contain many programs, occupy a minimum of disk space and can be launched at very old machines.

In this article, we will look at the youngest Linux distributions from all existing and you will be surprised how small they can be. But enough prefaces, let's go to our list.

This is one of the smallest Linux sizes. The size of the Tiny Core Linux is only 10 megabytes. It is based on Damn Small, which in turn uses the Debian batch base. But such a small size, naturally, imposes restrictions on its capabilities. The distribution is used by a monolithic kernel, BusyBox, a lightweight version of the X server - Xvesa and a trimmed version of the C-UClibc library. The system supports only english. This is the smallest Linux distribution, of all you can find.

There are two editions of the system - Micro Core Linux, which weighs only 8 megabytes as well Multi Core Linux - an extended version, 45 megabytes with a graphic installer and a set additional programs. For the start and operation of the distribution, 28 megabytes of RAM are enough.

2. Antix.

Antix is \u200b\u200ba light distribution from developers from Greece based on Debian. The developers set a goal to create a light, but at the same time fully functional system. Distribution can work almost on all computers, where there are at least 256 megabytes of RAM.

It requires about 2.7 GB to install on the disk, and the size of the installation image does not exceed 200 megabytes. A modified XFCE version called MX is used as the desktop environment. Also, FluxBox, IceWM, JWM can be used as desktop environments.

3. Puppy Linux

Puppy Linux is a very unusual distribution. It is small, but at the same time very functional. Another distinctive feature is that it can be based on several versions of distributions. Developers created a set of tools that allow you to make Puppy Linux based on Slackware, Ubuntu or even LFS. But in any case, Puppy Linux has a small size of the installation image - from 70 to 200 megabytes, and also works from RAM, which means that programs will be launched instantly.

XFCE is used as the desktop environment. The minimum requirements for RAM - 32 megabytes, but it is desirable to have 64 MB for normal operation. Another distinctive feature of this distribution can be considered utilities for configuring almost in the system.

4. Slitaz GNU / Linux

The Slitaz distribution is positioned as an independent Scottish distribution, designed to work on the equipment with a capacity of more than 256 megabytes. It uses a monolithic kernel, BusyBox, as well as software from a GNU set. Also, the LightTPD web server is supplied with the system, the SQLite, IRC and SSH database, GFTP, GEANY IDE, Firefox. Instead of the usual GRUB, SYSLinux is used here, and as a JWM window manager.

But despite all this, the installation image takes no more than 30 megabytes, and the finished system on the disk is not more than 80. For the work of the graphic environment, at least 48 megabytes of RAM, and for the console mode, it is enough 16.

5. Toutou Linux

Toutou Linux is a free Linux distribution, based on a popular Puppy Linux distribution, which we considered above. OpenBox and LXPanel for the panel are used as the desktop environment. In addition to the standard Puppy utilities, there are additional tools, such as an automated installer, the first launch wizard. By default, the distribution is supplied in French, but others can be added.

6. Linux Lite.

Perhaps this is not such a small Linux distribution compared to the previous one, and it is based on the LTS version of Ubuntu. Now is in active development latest versionfounded new version Ubuntu. The development of the distribution has begun in 2012 and its goal is to be simple and easy for new users who need an easy but full-fledged working environment.

It uses the XFCE desktop environment, and the system is more on Windows users, the developers are trying to provide all necessary applications At the same time, not much increasing the image and system requirements. The size of the image is 950 megabytes, and the minimum required amount of RAM is 512 MB.

conclusions

In this article, we looked at the youngest Linux distributions that you can install on your old computer or laptop. If you know other excellent small distributions, write in the comments!