“Absolute, a lightweight Linux operating system based on the
respected Slackware Linux distribution, just released version 12.0.
It features kernel version 2.6.21.5, IceWM and Fluxbox window
managers, and many graphical and ncurses-based configuration tools.
Its goal is to provide a lighter, easier-to-use Slackware
appropriate for newcomers and experienced Linux users alike. It is
built for speed and performance but doesn’t neglect stability or
security.“For Linux newcomers, Slackware installation and configuration
can be intimidating…”
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