Editing List of Linux distributions (section)

==Slackware-based==
[[File:SlackwareFamilyTree1210.svg|thumb|Slackware family tree]]
[[Slackware]] is a highly customizable distribution that stresses ease of maintenance and reliability over cutting-edge software and automated tools. It is generally considered a distribution for advanced users.

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! Distribution !! Description
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| [[Absolute Linux]]
| A [[Light-weight Linux distribution]] based on [[Slackware]]
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| [[Austrumi Linux]]
| [[Slackware]]-based [[Live CD]] distribution. Dormant as of 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |title=DistroWatch.com: AUSTRUMI |url=https://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=austrumi |access-date=2023-01-31 |website=distrowatch.com}}</ref>
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| [[Damn Vulnerable Linux]]
| Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) is a discontinued Linux distribution geared toward computer security students.
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| [[KateOS]]
| A desktop distribution aimed at intermediate users. It uses [[Xfce]] as its default desktop environment. No longer in development.
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| [[MuLinux]]
| Floppy-based Linux distribution with replaceable modules
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| [[NimbleX]]
| Completely customizable through the NimbleX website. Now no longer producing new versions.
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| [[Platypux]]
| A French Linux distribution of the Slackware family.
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| [[Porteus (operating system)|Porteus]]
| A small and portable Linux distro focused on speed.
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| [[Salix OS]]
| Originally a fork of Zenwalk, Salix is a complete Linux distribution fully backwards compatible with Slackware. It uses [[Xfce]], [[KDE]], [[LXDE]], [[Fluxbox]] or [[Ratpoison]] as its default desktop environment. Salix OS is available as 32 and 64bit version, and also as Live CD versions.
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| [[Sentry Firewall]]
| A firewall, server, or [[intrusion detection system]] distribution
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| [[Slackintosh]]
| An unofficial port of Slackware to the [[PowerPC]] architecture
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| [[Slax]]
| A [[live CD]] which aims to provide a complete desktop for general use for low-powered computers. Its download size is about 300&nbsp;MB, almost the same as Puppy Linux's. It can run from RAM, from Live CD, USB or hard drive. Permanent installation of Slax is not recommended or supported; it is designed for "live" use only. Also can be run from a USB flash drive. Originally based on Slackware, then switched to [[Debian]] since v9.2.1. Returned to a Slackware base as of v15.0.
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| [[Topologilinux]]
| Designed to run from within [[Microsoft Windows]], Topologilinux can be installed without any changes to the user's hard disk. Outdated.
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| [[VectorLinux]]
| A lightweight Linux distribution designed to be easy to use even for new users. Generally considered well-suited for older hardware.
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| [[Zenwalk]]
| Originally a minimal version of Slackware, Zenwalk has evolved into a very different operating system; however, compatibility with Slackware is still maintained.
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| [[ZipSlack]]
| A lightweight and portable version of Slackware.
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