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Vantum – lightweight Linux distribution

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Jul 27, 2026

Quoting: Vantum - lightweight Linux distribution - LinuxLinks —

Vantum is a lightweight Ubuntu-based Linux distribution built with Woof-CE, the official Puppy Linux build system.

It uses Ubuntu LTS packages while retaining Puppy Linux’s small footprint, fast startup and ability to run entirely from RAM.

The distribution provides a customised JWM desktop, a cohesive GTK theme and a purpose-built application launcher. Vantum is assembled package by package rather than being produced as a conventional remaster or respin.

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