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ArcoLinux (previously known as ArchMerge) is a distribution based on Arch Linux. The development takes places in three branches - ArcoLinux, ArcoLinuxD and ArcoLinuxB. ArcoLinux is a full-featured distribution that ships with the Xfce desktop (as well as Openbox and i3 window managers). ArcoLinuxD is a minimal distribution that includes scripts that enable power users to install any desktop and application. ArcoLinuxB is a project that gives users the power to build custom distributions, while also developing several community editions with pre-configured desktops, such as Awesome, bspwm, Budgie, Cinnamon, Deepin, GNOME, MATE and KDE Plasma. ArcoLinux also provides various video tutorials as it places strong focus on learning and acquiring Linux skills.



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Average visitor rating: 8.54/10 from 102 review(s).


ArcoLinux (formerly ArchMerge) Summary
Distribution ArcoLinux
Home Page https://arcolinux.info/
https://arcolinux.com/
Mailing Lists --
User Forums https://arcolinuxforum.com/
Alternative User Forums
Documentation https://arcolinux.com/
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Download Mirrors https://arcolinux.info/download/
Bug Tracker --
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Reviews 20.x: Dedoimedo
6.x: DistroWatch
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Recent Related News and Releases
  Releases announcements with download links and checksums:
 • 2020-11-14: Distribution Release: ArcoLinux 20.11.9
 • 2019-12-12: Distribution Release: ArcoLinux 19.12.15
 • 2019-05-15: Distribution Release: ArcoLinux 19.05.2
 • 2019-01-16: Distribution Release: ArcoLinux 19.01.4
 • 2018-07-15: Distribution Release: ArcoLinux 6.9.1
 • More ArcoLinux releases...

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  • Notes: In case where multiple versions of a package are shipped with a distribution, only the default version appears in the table. For indication about the GNOME version, please check the "nautilus" and "gnome-shell" packages. The Apache web server is listed as "httpd" and the Linux kernel is listed as "linux". The KDE desktop is represented by the "plasma-desktop" package and the Xfce desktop by the "xfdesktop" package.
  • Colour scheme: green text = latest stable version, red text = development or beta version. The function determining beta versions is not 100% reliable due to a wide variety of versioning schemes.
Feature 23.07.01 22.12.02 21.11.05
Release Date 2023-06-29 2022-12-01 2021-11-10
End Of Life      
Price (US$) Free Free Free
Image Size (MB) 1700-2500 1700-2500 900-2600
Free Download ISO ISO ISO
Installation Graphical Graphical Graphical
Default Desktop i3, Openbox, Xfce i3, Openbox, Xfce Xfce
Package Management Pacman Pacman Pacman
Release Model Rolling Rolling Rolling
Office Suite -- -- --
Processor Architecture x86_64 x86_64 x86_64
Init Software systemd systemd systemd
Journaled File Systems ext4 ext4 ext4
Multilingual Yes Yes Yes
Asian Language Support      
Full Package List 23.07.01 22.12.02 21.11.05
abiword (3.0.5) -- -- --
alsa-lib (1.2.11) 1.2.9 1.2.8 1.2.5.1
amdgpu (23.0.0) -- 22.0.0 21.0.0
bash (5.2.21) 5.1 5.1 5.1
bind (9.18.21) 9.18.15 9.18.8 9.16.22
chromium (121.0.6167.139) -- -- 95.0.4638.54
cups (2.4.7) 2.4.5 2.4.2 2.3.3
dhcp (4.4.3-P1) 4.4.3 4.4.3-P1 4.4.2
e2fsprogs (1.47.0) 1.47.0 1.46.5 1.46.4
firefox (122.0) 114.0.1 107.0 93.0
freetype (2.13.2) 2.13.0 2.12.1 2.11.0
gcc (13.2.0) 13.1.1 12.2.0 11.1.0
gimp (2.10.36) -- -- 2.10.24
glibc (2.39) 2.37 2.36 2.33
gnome-shell (45.3) -- -- --
gnucash (5.5) -- -- --
gnumeric (1.12.56) -- -- --
grub (2.12) 2.06 2.06 2.06
gtk (4.12.5) 4.10.4 4.8.2 3.24.30
httpd (2.4.58) -- -- --
inkscape (1.3.1) -- -- 1.1.1
k3b (23.08.4) -- -- --
kmod (31) 30 30 29
krita (5.2.2) -- -- --
LibreOffice (24.2.0) -- -- --
linux (6.7.3) 6.3.8 6.0.9 5.14.14
lxpanel (0.10.1) -- -- --
mariadb (11.1.3) -- -- --
mate-desktop (1.26.2) -- -- --
mesa (24.0.0) 23.1.2 22.2.3 21.2.4
mysql (8.3.0) -- -- --
nautilus (45.2.1) -- -- --
NVIDIA (545.29.06) 530.41.03 520.56.06 470.63.01
openbox (3.6.1) -- -- --
openjdk (21.0.2) -- -- --
openssh (9.6p1) 9.3p1 9.1p1 8.8p1
openssl (3.2.1) 3.1.1 3.0.7 1.1.1l
perl (5.38.2) 5.36.1 5.36.0 5.34.0
php (8.3.2) -- -- --
plasma-desktop (5.27.10) -- -- --
postfix (3.8.5) -- -- --
postgresql (16.1) -- -- --
Python (3.12.1) 3.11.3 3.10.8 3.9.7
qt (6.6.1) 6.5.1 5.15.7 5.15.2
samba (4.19.4) 4.18.3 4.17.3 4.15.1
systemd (255.3) 253.5 252.1 249.5
thunderbird (115.7.0) -- -- --
vim (9.1) 9.0 9.0 8.2
vlc (3.0.20) 3.0.18 3.0.17.4 3.0.16
wayland (1.22.0) 1.22.0 1.21.0 1.19.0
xfdesktop (4.18.1) 4.18.1 4.16.1 4.16.0
xorg-server (21.1.11) 21.1.8 21.1.4 1.20.13


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Version: 23.07.01
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-12-29
Votes: 22


I have tried numerous ARCH based distros as well as RPM and Debian Based distros. I have been using ARCH based distros since it's first release in 2002. I distrohopped a lot. Along the way I found ARCOLINUX and i've never looked back.Arco-d simplifies the choice of stuff to add during the install and has multiple choices for DE's. It has a Tweak Tool with various functions like adding repos. I still hop looking for greener pastures, but I don't stay over the fence for long (Now just a couple of hours at the most). Their Website, contrary to some reviewers, has a wealth of video information for the novice to the advance. It is my Google when it comes to searching for Linux information.


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Version: 23.07.01
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-12-05
Votes: 23


Arcolinux is a Linux distribution that offers users high performance, stability, and security. It is based on the popular Arch Linux distribution and offers a simple and user-friendly interface.

One of the main advantages of Arcolinux is its ease of installation. The distribution comes with a pre-installed graphical installer that allows users to easily configure the system. In addition, Arcolinux offers a wide variety of packages and applications that can be installed through an intuitive package manager.

Arcolinux also has a number of unique features that make it attractive to users. For example, the distribution offers a built-in tool for creating bootable USB drives, which simplifies the process of installing the system on a computer. In addition, Arcolinux supports a wide range of hardware, making it an ideal choice for users with older computers.

Overall, Arcolinux provides an excellent choice for those looking for a stable, secure, and performant Linux distribution. With its ease of installation and user-friendly interface, Arcolinux can be an ideal choice for newcomers to Linux.


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Version: 23.07.01
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-12-04
Votes: 20


Arco Linux is a powerful and flexible Linux distribution that, in my opinion, deserves more recognition in the distro-hopping world. It offers a user-friendly installation process, which is facilitated by GUI tools and a wealth of video tutorials created by Eric, the project's founder. These resources make it accessible even for beginners in Arch Linux or those transitioning from Windows to a Linux-based operating system.

In my personal experience, Arco Linux has proven to be a reliable and lightweight operating system. It comes with a suite of useful tools that allow for easy system maintenance without compromising the room for customization or introducing unnecessary bloat. This is true in particular if you choose not to install the L ISO, which is designed to include a lo of predefined applications.

One of the standout features of Arco Linux is the ATT (Arch Linux Tweak Tool), which allows you to easily install any supported desktop environment. Anyhow, I personally find the default Xfce4 environment quite enjoyable.

The Arco Linux community is very active and supportive, contributing to the devolopment of the so-called "learning path" of Arco Linux, which is invoked many times on the website. The abundance of learning materials ensures that users never lack help on their journey to becoming proficient Arch users, or even just solving issues that may arise (expecially in the update process).

In conclusion, I believe that Arco Linux is an excellent choice for both daily use and for working purposes. Its user-friendly nature, reliable performance make me not regret choosing it as my primary operating system.


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