It should also be noted that MX Linux does not use Systemd, with the MXLinux website stating, “ MX Linux uses systemd-shim, which emulates the systemd functions that are required to run the helpers without actually using the init service. Xfce – The flagship desktop environmentįor this installation and review, I opted for the Xfce version in order to get the full effect of what the team wants to present to users.MX Linux ships with three environment choices: The name “MX” was chosen to combine the first letter of Mepis with the last of antiX, thus symbolizing their collaboration.” Developers from antiX then joined them, bringing the ISO build system as well as the Live-USB/DVD technology. The About-Us page of the MX Linux website says, “ MX Linux began in a discussion about future options among members of the MEPIS community in December 2013.

MX Linux is a collaborative effort between the AntiX Linux distribution team and the MX Linux distribution team, based on Debian’s “Stable” branch. It was suggested by some Ghacks visitors that I do a review of the current top 5 Distributions listed on the popular ranking (based on hits to the distrowatch site, not downloads) and information website Distrowatch and I liked the idea, so this is my take on the current #1 spot holder: MX Linux.