4 Ubuntu derivatives for low-income teams

Ubuntu derivatives for low-resource computers

Many Linux users start using Ubuntu this either because it was a recommendation, they tested the system or they have heard a lot about this Linux distribution.

And the truth is that it is one of the best distributions to start and begin to know Linux; however, many times not everyone is satisfied with the system and this is mainly because at present The resources required by the system seem a bit high to them.

That is why in This time we are going to present some of the best Ubuntu-derived distributions, which are focused on low-resource teams.

It is also important to mention that the fact that they help you revive a computer with low resources, you want to install the latest generation software. What you can do is find and use alternatives that do not require as much.

Puppy Linux

Puppy Linux

One of the best derivatives of Ubuntu and one of the Linux distributions that does not require so many resources puppy linux, it's small but powerful, the size of the system images is between 200 and 300 MB.

This system is loaded in the RAM memory so that the applications can be executed quickly Furthermore, the system is designed to be used from a pendrive.

Converts the machine into a workstation with applications for connecting to the Internet, browsing and chatting, word processing, image, audio and video editors, as well as a variety of additional tools concentrated in an ISO file between 50 and 180 MB , depending on the version, compression and pre-installed programs.

Minimum requirements:

  • 500MHZ processor
  • 128 MB of RAM
  • 512 MB free hard disk space
  • CD / DVD reader unit (if used by this means)
  • USB port (in case of using a pendrive)

Linux Lite

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This is an Ubuntu-based distribution, oriented to the desktop, is characterized by being friendly to the novice user, due to its ease of use and the low consumption of resources, thanks to its XFCE desktop, a simple and light environment.

Suitable for users new to Linux, who want not only to be able to work in a friendly, lightweight and fully functional environment, but also be able to reuse old computers.

Currently the distribution only supports 64-bit processors.

Minimum requirements:

  • Processor: 1 Ghz or higher
  • RAM memory: 768 MB or more;
  • Hard Drive: 8GB or more;
  • VGA resolution: 1024X768;
  • Media: DVD drive or USB port to run the ISO image.

Lubuntu

Lubuntu with Cairo Dock

This is one of the official Ubuntu flavors and is characterized by using the LXDE desktop environment which is specially designed for older and / or low-resource machine and hardware specifications, the environment is known for its extremely fast performance.

Lubuntu also has fewer packages installed which makes it lighter and faster than any other Ubuntu-based Linux distribution.

Minimum requirements:

  • CPU: Pentium II or Celeron CPU with PAE support
  • RAM: 512MB RAM
  • HD: 10 GB of disk space

Bodhi linux

BodhiLinux 4

Bodhi Linux is a lightweight Ubuntu-based Linux distribution, what use the Moksha window manager.

The philosophy of the distribution is to provide a minimal base, which users can complete by installing the software they want.

Therefore, by default incIt only contains essential software for most Linux users, including file explorers. (PCManFM and EFM), an internet browser (Midori) and a terminal emulator (Terminology).

It does not include software or features that its developers consider unnecessary. To facilitate the installation of additional programs, Bodhi Linux developers maintain an online database of lightweight software, which can be installed with a simple click via the Advanced Packaging Tool.

Minimum requirements:

  • 500 MHz processor
  • 512MB Ram
  • 10 GB of disk space

If you know of any other derivatives that we can mention, don't forget to share them with us in the comments.


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  1.   Omar said

    xubuntu!

  2.   Schweik said

    Puppy Linux, derived from Ubuntu? Neither derived nor based on Ubuntu.
    Puppy Linux is an independent distribution, created by Barry Kauler in 2003.
    Ubuntu was born a year later, and it is a distribution derived from Debian.

  3.   José Luis said

    It will be that no, puppy Linux has two versions, one based on slackware, which is the old one and for some time now, it has one based on Ubuntu, it has nothing independently:
    http://puppylinux.com/index.html#download
    Scroll down the page and you will see the versions.
    An independent distro is a distro that is not based on any other, which is not the case of puppy, a serious independent, for example Solus, that is.

  4.   Dark king said

    The Lubuntu desktop image is modified, it is not the one that comes with version 18.04 by default, less with the bar at the top and not to mention the dock.
    And it's true Puppy has versions based on Ubuntu and Slackware (both 32 and 64 bit versions).

  5.   Guille said

    I already tried all those in my old laptop and I stay with Xubuntu 😉