An Extensive Guide to Linux Distributions and Their GitHub Repositories

Introduction

Linux distributions power everything from personal computers to enterprise servers, IoT devices, and even security systems. Each distribution (or "distro") is tailored for specific use cases, ranging from general-purpose computing to privacy protection, lightweight environments, or advanced security penetration testing.

This guide provides an extensive list of Linux distributions along with their GitHub repositories or official source code links. It is an invaluable resource for developers, enthusiasts, and contributors looking to explore, customize, or contribute to the open-source Linux ecosystem. Whether you're interested in general-purpose systems like Ubuntu, specialized distros like Kali Linux, or lightweight options such as Alpine Linux, you'll find relevant links to repositories and resources for further exploration.

Dive into the world of Linux development and discover how each distro fits into the broader open-source landscape.

Here is an extensive list of Linux distributions along with their associated GitHub repositories or equivalent source code repositories. Linux distributions vary in purpose, architecture, and target users, ranging from general-purpose desktop environments to lightweight systems and specialized distributions.

General-Purpose Distributions

Ubuntu
- GitHub: https://github.com/Canonical
- Launchpad: https://launchpad.net/ubuntu
Debian
- GitHub: https://github.com/Debian
- Official Repo: https://salsa.debian.org/
Fedora
- GitHub: https://github.com/fedora-infra
- Pagure: https://pagure.io/
Arch Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/archlinux
- Official Repo: https://gitlab.archlinux.org/archlinux
CentOS Stream
- GitHub: https://github.com/CentOS
- Pagure: https://git.centos.org/
OpenSUSE
- GitHub: https://github.com/openSUSE
- Official Repo: https://build.opensuse.org/
Gentoo
- GitHub: https://github.com/gentoo
- Official Repo: https://gitweb.gentoo.org/
Manjaro
- GitHub: https://github.com/manjaro

Lightweight Distributions

Alpine Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/alpinelinux
- Official Repo: https://gitlab.alpinelinux.org/alpine
Tiny Core Linux
- Official Site: http://www.tinycorelinux.net/
Puppy Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/puppylinux-woof-CE
Void Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/void-linux
Lubuntu
- GitHub: https://github.com/lubuntu-team

Security and Penetration Testing Distributions

Kali Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/kalilinux
Parrot Security OS
- GitHub: https://github.com/ParrotSec
BlackArch Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/BlackArch
Tails (The Amnesic Incognito Live System)
- GitHub: https://gitlab.tails.boum.org/tails

Server and Enterprise Distributions

Rocky Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/rocky-linux
AlmaLinux
- GitHub: https://github.com/AlmaLinux
RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux)
- Source Code: https://git.centos.org/

Privacy-Focused Distributions

Qubes OS
- GitHub: https://github.com/QubesOS
Whonix
- GitHub: https://github.com/Whonix
PureOS
- GitLab: https://source.puri.sm/

Education and Development

DebianEdu/Skolelinux
- Salsa: https://salsa.debian.org/debian-edu
Elementary OS
- GitHub: https://github.com/elementary
Zorin OS
- Official Site: https://zorinos.com/

Specialized Distributions

Raspberry Pi OS
- GitHub: https://github.com/RPi-Distro
SteamOS
- GitHub: https://github.com/ValveSoftware/SteamOS
Clear Linux
- GitHub: https://github.com/clearlinux
NixOS
- GitHub: https://github.com/NixOS
Slackware Linux
- SlackBuilds: http://slackbuilds.org/

Forensics and Recovery

CAINE (Computer Aided INvestigative Environment)
- Official Site: https://www.caine-live.net/
Rescuezilla
- GitHub: https://github.com/rescuezilla/rescuezilla
SystemRescue
- GitLab: https://gitlab.com/systemrescue

Container-Based Distributions

Rolling Release Distributions

Solus
- GitHub: https://github.com/GetSolus
EndeavourOS
- GitHub: https://github.com/endeavouros-team

This list provides a wide variety of Linux distributions along with their GitHub or equivalent source repositories for those interested in exploring, contributing, or learning more about Linux development. Let me know if you'd like details about a specific type of distribution!

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