{
 "license": "CC BY-SA 4.0",
 "source": "https://opensourceeverything.org/g/desktop-os/",
 "group": "Computer operating systems",
 "job": "What runs your laptop or desktop",
 "category": "Operating systems & phones",
 "replaces": [
  "Microsoft Windows",
  "macOS"
 ],
 "alternatives": [
  {
   "name": "Linux Mint",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": "Closest to Windows",
   "summary": "Linux Mint is a free desktop operating system for laptops and computers, designed to work out of the box with the apps most people need. It is aimed especially at people switching from Windows or trying Linux for the first time.",
   "license": "GPL-3.0-or-later",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": null,
   "website": "https://linuxmint.com",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/linux-mint/"
  },
  {
   "name": "Fedora",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": "New versions every 6 months; fast-moving",
   "summary": "Fedora is a free Linux operating system that runs on computers and servers, with several versions for desktops, servers and cloud use. It is aimed at people who want a community-built alternative to Windows or macOS.",
   "license": "GPL-2.0-or-later",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": null,
   "website": "https://fedoraproject.org",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/fedora/"
  },
  {
   "name": "Ubuntu",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": null,
   "summary": "Ubuntu is a Linux operating system that runs on desktop computers, servers and cloud systems. It is made by Canonical and aimed at developers, businesses and home users who want a free, open alternative to Windows or macOS.",
   "license": "GPL-3.0",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": null,
   "website": "https://ubuntu.com",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/ubuntu/"
  },
  {
   "name": "Debian",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": "Very stable but older app versions; less beginner-friendly",
   "summary": "Debian is a free operating system, the software that runs a computer and its programs. It is meant for people who want an open alternative to commercial operating systems.",
   "license": "GPL-2.0-or-later",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": null,
   "website": "https://www.debian.org",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/debian/"
  },
  {
   "name": "Arch Linux",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": "For experienced users: you set up every part",
   "summary": "Arch Linux is a lightweight Linux operating system that lets experienced users choose and set up every part of their computer. It is aimed at people who want a simple, flexible base and are comfortable doing their own setup.",
   "license": "GPL-3.0",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": null,
   "website": "https://archlinux.org",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/arch-linux/"
  },
  {
   "name": "CachyOS",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": "Rolling updates; best for people comfortable fixing things",
   "summary": "CachyOS is a free Linux operating system for computers, built on Arch Linux and tuned to run faster. It is aimed at people who want a speedy desktop with an easy installer and a choice of desktop environments.",
   "license": "GPL-3.0",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": null,
   "website": "https://cachyos.org",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/cachyos/"
  },
  {
   "name": "Pop!_OS",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": "Good for newer laptops and graphics cards",
   "summary": "Pop!_OS is a free Linux operating system that runs on computers and aims to be secure and easy to customize. It is made for people who want a productive desktop, including those who buy System76 hardware.",
   "license": "GPL-3.0",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": "https://github.com/pop-os",
   "website": "https://system76.com/pop/",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/pop-os/"
  },
  {
   "name": "Bazzite",
   "fit": "full",
   "note": "Great for gaming; updates apply safely",
   "summary": "Bazzite is a free Linux operating system for PCs, built on Fedora, that you install in place of Windows or another system. It is aimed at people who want a Linux desktop that works well for gaming, including on Steam Deck-style handhelds and living-room PCs.",
   "license": "Apache-2.0",
   "licenseClass": "open",
   "kind": "app",
   "code": "github.com/ublue-os/bazzite",
   "website": "https://bazzite.gg",
   "page": "https://opensourceeverything.org/p/bazzite/"
  }
 ]
}