The best light Linux distributions 2018

We know that Linux offers us countless advantages over other operating systems. However, one that we can noticeably highlight is the fact of being able to revive or give a second chance to an old team. That's right, Linux provides us with lightweight distributions. Those, with which we can make a computer with limited or obsolete capacities on the market really work well. So if you want to bring your old team back to life, you should check out this compilation of the best lightweight Linux distributions.

The best lightweight Linux distributions 2018

Before starting with this little guide we recommend reading the best Linux distributions for desktops and laptops. Without further delay we start with this little TOP. Remember! That you can leave your opinion of which is the best in the comments.

Ubuntu MATE

We will start with Ubuntu MATE, as its name implies, it is based on Ubuntu, one of the largest Linux distributions. Ubuntu MATE takes the base of the Ubuntu operating system and adds the MATE desktop.

It is a stable system, with an intuitive desktop environment, configurable and very easy to use. It is ideal for those who want the maximum performance from our equipment and ideal for old and almost unusable computers.

Lubuntu

It is an ideal operating system for older hardware. It is also derived from Ubuntu. It uses LXDE, but the project has teamed up with Razor QT to create LXQT.

Lubuntu received official recognition as an official member of the Ubuntu family, starting with version 11.10. Despite being a light distribution, it does not mean that you will not be able to run all the applications that other distributions offer. On the contrary, it only means that it is developed and prepared for low-specification computers.

Puppy Linux

It is one of the lightest known in the middle. The space required to install it is minimal, it would even be enough to have it on a DVD without having to perform the installation. In fact, it was conceived with the aim of operating from USB. Therefore, it has all kinds of applications pre-installed and ready to operate from this mode.

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Trisquel Mini

Also specially designed for low-power computers, this includes a part of the Puppy Linux applications, with which we will be able to browse, play multimedia content and other daily activities on the PC, without forced requirements on the part of our computer.

This distro is based on Debian, but with the particularity of using the Ubuntu repositories, to provide a greater offer of available applications.

It will allow you to choose the desktop environment you want to use, between Gnome or a light version of LXDE.

Manjaro Linux

And to finish this compilation of light Linux distributions, Manjaro Linux. This light distribution is based on Arch Linux but, it differs offering a simple and friendly installation interface. Another of its virtues is in the fact that it allows us to choose between various desktop environments such as MATE, XFCE, OpenBox, LXDE, etc.

Additionally, it contains a large number of pre-installed applications, without affecting its performance. This gives inexperienced users access to a lightweight, ready-to-go distribution. It is even one of the few that includes LibreOffice in the initial repertoire of applications. Tell us! Which one do you use? Leave your impressions in the comments.

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