Artix Linux
Arch-based rolling distro without systemd—OpenRC, runit, dinit, or s6 supervision options.
Why it is included
Arch ecosystem with explicit alternative init stacks for advanced users.
Best for
Arch users who want rolling packages with non-systemd inits.
Strengths
- Arch packages
- Init choice
- Lean services
Limitations
- Same rolling discipline as Arch
Good alternatives
Arch Linux · Void Linux · Devuan
Related tools
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