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Ubuntu's popularity often makes it the default choice for new Linux users. But there are tons of other Linux operating systems that deserve your attention. As such, I've highlighted some Ubuntu alternatives so you can choose based on your needs and requirements—because conformity is boring.

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[–] [email protected] 12 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) (20 children)

For now. They're switching to Debian.
Edit: I think I was thinking of Linux Mint?
Edit again: I was wrong twice, it was Vanilla.
https://linuxiac.com/vanilla-os-announces-major-shift-moving-from-ubuntu-to-debian/

[–] [email protected] 6 points 8 months ago (9 children)

I was looking for some information on this but couldn’t find anything. Do you have a link or any more info on them moving to a Debian base?

[–] [email protected] 3 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) (8 children)

Hm. I don't think I dreamed it, but now all I can find is a Reddit post where mmstick says the next version will be based on Ubuntu 24.04.

Maybe I was conflating it with Linux Mint.

I was thinking of Vanilla. Thanks for the callout, I was lined up to be very confused at the next Pop OS release.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 8 months ago

Linux Mint already has an alternative Debian edition maintained.

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