Awesome Arch

An awesome list for an awesome project.

Arch Linux is an independently developed, x86-64 general purpose GNU/Linux distribution versatile enough to suit any role. Development focuses on simplicity, minimalism, and code elegance. Arch is installed as a minimal base system, configured by the user upon which their own ideal environment is assembled by installing only what is required or desired for their unique purposes.

Contents

• Arch-based projects
• Linux
• Not Linux
• Arch-based distros
• Desktop
• Specific purpose
• Pacman-based Linux distros
• SystemD-free Arch-based distros
• Arch Linux Installers
• AUR Helpers
• Search and download
• Search and build
• Pacman wrappers
• Graphical
• Maintenance
• Other
• Other projects
• Inactive projects

Arch-based projects

Linux

Linux distributions strongly inspired by Arch Linux.

• Arch Linux 32 - The community maintained continuation of 32-bit support for Arch Linux.
• Arch Linux ARM - A distribution of Linux for ARM computers.

Not Linux

Non-Linux projects based on Arch Linux.

• PacBSD - A lightweight and flexible BSD distribution that provides a base system for use of pacman package manager.
• Arch Hurd - A derivative work of Arch Linux porting it to the GNU Hurd system with packages optimised for the i686 architecture.
• ArchWSL - ArchLinux as a WSL Instance.

Arch-based distros

Desktop

Linux distributions based on Arch Linux for general use.

• Manjaro - A professionally made Linux based operating system that is a suitable replacement for Windows or macOS.
• ArcoLinux - A full-featured distribution.
• ArchBang Linux - A lightweight distribution based on Arch Linux.
• Archcraft OS - A Minimalistic Linux Distribution, Focused On Aesthetics & Based On Arch Linux.
• Archman - An Arch Linux-based distribution which features the Calamares system installer and a pre-configured desktop environment.
• Bluestar Linux - A GNU/Linux distribution that is based on Arch Linux.
• Crystal Linux - Crystal Linux is a brand new Arch Linux based distribution. Completely beginner friendly, easy to use, and powerful.
• CachyOS - A GNU/Linux distribution built on Arch Linux, it features the optimized linux-cachyos kernel utilizing the advanced BORE Scheduler for unparalleled performance.
• EndeavourOS - A rolling release Linux distribution based on Arch Linux.
• ArchLabs Linux - A distribution based on Arch Linux and featuring the Openbox window manager as the primary desktop interface.
• Namib GNU/Linux - A desktop operating system based on (and compatible with) the Arch Linux distribution.
• ArchEX - A new (190612) Linux live DVD based on Arch Linux. Arch motto is KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid.
• Ctlos Linux - Arch Linux based distro.
• MagpieOS - Get a fresh experience of Arch.
• Netrunner Rolling - Manjaro/Arch Linux based distro.
• PuppyRus-A - Lightweight, portable and flexible Linux based on Arch, Puppy, Porteus.
• TeLiSc OS - A simple GNU/Linux distribution based on Arch Linux which provides you a stable Arch Linux with i3 window manager.
• Qubes OS (Archlinux Template) - A security-focused desktop operating system that aims to provide security through isolation (Unofficial Archlinux Template).
• XeroLinux - A well-maintained hobbyist Arch based distro, built using ArcoLinux's ALCI scripts that is meant to provide you with a stable base, making it simpler to install ArchLinux (using Calamares) with a well optimized & customized KDE Plasma.

Specific purpose