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| Feature | Bodhi Linux | Ubuntu | Debian GNU/Linux |
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | 7.0.0 | 26.04.1 LTS | 13.7 |
| Base | ubuntu | debian | independent |
| Family | ubuntu | ubuntu | debian |
| System type | linux distribution | linux distribution | linux distribution |
| Release model | lts | lts | stable |
| Architectures | x86_64 | x86_64,arm64,ppc64le,s390x | amd64,arm64,armhf,ppc64el,riscv64,s390x |
| Desktop | Moksha | GNOME | Not applicable or user selected |
| Use cases | desktop, light | desktop, server, beginner, enterprise | desktop, server, advanced |
| Available images | desktop | desktop, server | minimal, desktop |
| Editorial review | 2026-10-16 | 2026-09-03 | 2026-09-03 |
Bodhi Linux is an Ubuntu LTS-based desktop distribution using the lightweight Moksha environment. Its Standard image supplies a minimal graphical installation that users can expand with additional applications. The selected download is the official 7.0.0 Standard 64-bit ISO. Hardware-enablement, System76-oriented and AppPack images are separate editions; legacy 32-bit downloads belong to an older release.
View downloads Official websiteUbuntu is a Debian-derived distribution developed by Canonical and its community for desktops, servers, cloud platforms and containers. Ubuntu 26.04.1 LTS Resolute Raccoon is the current long-term-support desktop release and receives five years of standard security maintenance.
View downloads Official websiteDebian is an independent community distribution known for stability, an extensive package archive and support for several hardware architectures. Debian 13.6 Trixie is the current stable point release and is suitable for desktops, servers, containers and infrastructure.
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