Manjaro vs. PCLinuxOS: User-friendly Rolling Releases Compared
Manjaro and PCLinuxOS are both user-friendly rolling release Linux distributions that offer a stable and up-to-date experience. However, there are some key differences between the two distributions that may make one a better choice for you than the other.
Manjaro is a relatively new distribution that is based on Arch Linux. It offers a more bleeding-edge experience than PCLinuxOS, with the latest software and drivers available almost as soon as they are released. Manjaro is also известен for its ease of installation and its strong community support.
PCLinuxOS is a more established distribution that is based on Slackware Linux. It offers a more stable experience than Manjaro, with a focus on providing a stable and reliable operating system. PCLinuxOS also has a strong community support, and an excellent track record of security.
Ultimately, the best distribution for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences. If you are looking for a bleeding-edge distribution with the latest software, Manjaro is a great choice. If you are looking for a more stable and reliable distribution, PCLinuxOS is a better option.
Here is a more detailed comparison of the two distributions:
Installation
Manjaro is known for its easy installation process, which can be completed in less than 20 minutes. PCLinuxOS also has a relatively easy installation process, but it can take a bit longer to complete than Manjaro.
Software
Manjaro comes with a wide variety of software pre-installed, including the latest versions of GNOME, KDE, and Xfce. PCLinuxOS also comes with a variety of software pre-installed, but it has a more limited selection than Manjaro.
Hardware support
Manjaro has excellent hardware support, and it can be installed on a wide variety of computers. PCLinuxOS also has good hardware support, but it may not be as compatible with some older computers.
Community support
Both Manjaro and PCLinuxOS have strong community support. There are many online forums and resources available for both distributions.
Security
Manjaro and PCLinuxOS are both very secure distributions. Both distributions use a variety of security features to protect your system from malware and other threats.
Conclusion
Manjaro and PCLinuxOS are both excellent rolling release Linux distributions. They are both user-friendly, have strong community support, and are very secure. Ultimately, the best distribution for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences.
Manjaro and Pclinuxos both sound like best distros, though I have never used them.
But I will tell for sure that I will give both of them a try, for they look awesome.
The only point which is they seems a bit complicated is the installation process of both the distros
As a daily user of Manjaro and sometimes Pclinuxos, I would like to say you are wrong on many point mentioned in the article regarding features comparison.
Also the overview says its based on user experience but you didn’t put forward any user reviews or feedback throughout the article.
Before you try any of these distributions, you must know what you will be using them for.
This is essential for any kind of software, not just operating systems. Do you need a system that is secure, stable, and reliable? Or do you need a system that is fast, lightweight, and customizable?
You said that the Pclinuxos is lightweight and fast, but how come this true if it is based on Slackware, Slackware is kind of heavy distro with lot of inbuilt packages which even a normal user don’t use!
So can you justify on this matter?
I tried Manjaro and later shifted to Pclinuxos, now if you ask me, I love rolling releasing distros and they both nailed it in their on way.
But one thing which i felt with Pclinuxos is, it need a bit more polish in its os to make it perfect.
I am using Manjaro for almost a year now and I really like user friendly interface and aweseome qtile tiling window manager, which has really reduce my efforts while working on many things.
It’s a vs in the headline, but the post is actually more of the comparision between both operating systems, as a cs student I believe that Manjaro is the best out there, due to its arch user repository.
Facinating!, this article definetly encourage me to give pclinux os a try, but I feel like the overview of commands of pclinux os seems a bit tiring for a normal user, I wish if there was an easier way to do that.
In my experience with Pclinuxos, I found that while it is a great distro overall, it can be somewhat lacking in terms of software availability, especially when compared to Manjaro.
I’ve been using Manjaro for a few months now and I’m really happy with it, daily updates are really annoying specially when I am debugging my code.
Can I run my legacy apps on these distro?
Which one do you prefer for a beginner? I have been using windows 11 and I want to switch to Linux now.