The Linux desktop which feels instantly familiar.

Designed for Windows users. Fast, secure, and ready to work the moment you install it.

Free. Open Source. No ads. No telemetry.

Feels Like Home

Windows-style desktop, menu, taskbar, and workflow.

Fast

Runs smoothly on new and older PCs.

Private

No ads. No telemetry. Your computer belongs to you.

The Desktop

Everything you need, right where you expect it.

  • Start Menu
  • Taskbar
  • File Explorer
  • Notification Area
  • Software Center

The Start Menu

Quick access to your apps, settings, and files—just like Windows.

Bring your favorite software

✓ Wine integration    ✓ OneDrive
✓ Web Apps             ✓ Remote Desktop
✓ Microsoft 365       ✓ Thousands of Linux applications

Why Lindows?

Yes. Microsoft Edge browser is already installed. You can also install Firefox or Chrome later if you wish.

Yes. CUPS print support is built in and most printers work automatically.
Yes. LibreOffice is included and fully compatible with Microsoft Office formats.
Yes. VLC and other media players are available in the Software Center.
Yes. Use the Software Center, Wine, or the terminal — thousands of apps available.

Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.

Built on Debian

Lindows is powered by Debian—the operating system trusted for its stability by developers, businesses, and servers around the world.

Includes Essential Apps

Edge

LibreOffice

VLC

GIMP

Thunderbird

OneDrive

Steam

Boots in seconds

Low RAM usage

~1.1 GB

Optimized Cinnamon desktop

Long-term Debian support

Stable. Secure. Reliable.

Before & After

See how familiar it looks.

Community

Real people. Real support.

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Latest News

Lindows OS 24.1 Released
May 16, 2024


Security Updates – May 2024
May 15, 2024


New Tutorial: Get started with Lindows OS
May 10, 2024

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