SysLinuxOS (for System Integrators) is a Debian-based GNU/Linux live distribution purpose-built for system integrators and system administrators. It delivers a comprehensive networking environment preconfigured with a wide range of integration and diagnostic tools, combined with a user-friendly graphical interface powered by MATE or GNOME.
Designed to work seamlessly out of the box, SysLinuxOS eliminates the need for additional installations. It functions as a “Swiss Army knife” for IT professionals, offering immediate access to essential utilities. Included by default are major Virtual Private Network (VPN) clients, remote access solutions, multiple web browsers, and specialized tools such as Wine, Wireshark, EtherApe, Ettercap, PackETH, Packet Sender, PuTTY, Nmap, Cisco Packet Tracer 8.2.2, VirtualBox 7.2, Munin, Zabbix-agent2, Icinga, Monit, Nagios4, serial console utilities, and the latest stable Liquorix kernel.
SysLinuxOS delivers a feature-rich and robust operating system tailored for professional system integration. With an enhanced desktop environment, strengthened security measures, advanced networking capabilities, and integrated monitoring solutions, it provides a reliable and efficient platform to support demanding IT workflows.
Although optimized for enterprise and professional environments, SysLinuxOS can also be used as a daily desktop operating system. It is primarily intended for users with solid Linux expertise.
Features:
The kernel has been upgraded to version 6.16.8-1-liquorix-amd64. Unlike Debian 13, OS-Prober is enabled by default in SysLinuxOS to recognize other operating systems installed on the system. Network interfaces are recognized by default as eth0 e wlan0, etc.
Key Features:
Major VPN clients (for secure remote access)
Multiple remote control solutions and browsers
Protocol analyzers and network monitoring tools: Wireshark, EtherApe, Ettercap, PackETH, Packet Sender
Administration and connectivity utilities: PuTTY, Nmap, serial console tools
Simulation and virtualization platforms: Cisco Packet Tracer 8.2.2, VirtualBox 7.2
Monitoring and management frameworks: Munin, Zabbix-agent2, Icinga, Monit, Nagios4
Compatibility layers and additional utilities: Wine, latest stable Liquorix kernel
System Enhancements and Differences from Debian:
Kernel upgraded to 6.16.8-1-liquorix-amd64 for improved performance and responsiveness
OS-Prober enabled by default (disabled in Debian 13), ensuring automatic detection of other installed operating systems
Consistent network interface naming (e.g., eth0, wlan0), simplifying configuration and troubleshooting
Additional optimizations and hidden enhancements beyond the standard Debian base
Use Cases:
SysLinuxOS is designed primarily for professional environments, where reliability, advanced networking, and monitoring capabilities are critical. While it can also serve as a standard desktop operating system, it is best suited for users with advanced Linux expertise who require a robust, preconfigured platform for system integration, diagnostics, and infrastructure management.
SysLinuxOS vs Debian
| Category | Debian | SysLinuxOS |
|---|
| Base System | General-purpose GNU/Linux distribution, highly stable, minimal defaults. | Debian-based GNU/Linux, specialized for system integration and administration tasks. |
| Installation | Requires installation of packages and customization to build a full networking toolkit. | Live distribution, fully preconfigured—works out of the box with all tools installed. |
| Target Audience | General Linux users, developers, and enterprises seeking stability and flexibility. | System integrators, administrators, and advanced users requiring a complete networking toolkit. |
| Desktop Environment | GNOME by default (other DEs available in spins). | MATE or GNOME included, preconfigured for system integration workflows. |
| Kernel | Standard Debian kernel (currently 6.1 LTS in Debian 13). | Optimized Liquorix kernel 6.16.8-1, tuned for responsiveness and performance. |
| OS Detection | OS-Prober disabled by default in Debian 13 (manual enable required). | OS-Prober enabled by default—automatically detects other installed operating systems. |
| Network Interface Naming | Predictable Network Interface Names (e.g., enp0s3). | Classic naming restored (eth0, wlan0), simplifying scripts and troubleshooting. |
| Preinstalled Tools | Minimal, requires manual installation (apt). | Preloaded with VPN clients, remote access tools, browsers, Wine, Wireshark, Ettercap, Packet Tracer 8.2.2, VirtualBox 7.2, monitoring tools (Munin, Zabbix-agent2, Icinga, Monit, Nagios4), and more. |
| Monitoring & Management | Needs manual setup (Munin, Nagios, Zabbix, etc. available in repos). | Fully integrated monitoring suite ready to use out of the box. |
| Use Case | Stable base OS for servers, desktops, and custom environments. | Portable, ready-to-use toolkit designed for networking, diagnostics, virtualization, and monitoring. |
…and much more!
Login:
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