The MATE Desktop Environment is the continuation of GNOME 2. It provides an intuitive and attractive desktop environment using traditional metaphors for Linux and other Unix-like operating systems. MATE is under active development to add support for new technologies while preserving a traditional desktop experience.

TOP 10 most frequently visited Linux distributions, BSD and other operating systems that offer support/ready live/installation images with the MATE desktop in 2024 on the Linuxiarze.pl portal.

The following list of the 10 most popular Linux distributions, BSD, Solaris and other operating systems using the MATE desktop is limited to 10 Linux distributions, because these are the ones that dominate this category in 2024. The list is purely illustrative and is based on page views of users of the Linuxiarze.pl portal. The ranking included distribution and download pages, installation guides and comments.

1. Linux Mint

Linux Mint is an Ubuntu-based system with non-free codecs and drivers installed by default, thanks to which a novice user has no problem playing popular audio and video files.
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2. Debian GNU/Linux

Debian is one of the oldest Linux distributions appreciated for its stability, a package management system that automatically solves dependency problems and security. Contrary to popular belief, Debian is not a particularly difficult system to install and manage, with a bit of commitment it will reciprocate with failure-free operation for a very long time. It is based on “deb” packages like all its clones.
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3. Kali Linux

Kali Linux Linux is a specialized Linux distribution for security testing and cracking. The system is based on the Debian distribution from the testing branch and is equipped with the GNOME desktop.
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4. Fedora

The project was created in 2003 based on Red Hat. Since 2005, the development of Fedora has been handled by the Fedora Foundation, which coordinates work on the system independently of Red Hat. Fedora Core contains the latest versions of packages that, after testing, go to Red Hat.
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5.SparkyLinux

SparkyLinux is a Linux distribution built on Debian. It has a rich set of programs, codecs and plug-ins pre-installed, allowing you to work freely on your computer.
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6. Ubuntu MATE

Ubuntu MATE is a Linux distribution based on Ubuntu and using MATE as the default desktop. The system is created by a group of MATE, Ubuntu, Debian project developers and other community members gathered around the project.
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7. Calam Arch Installer

Calam Arch Installer for Linux distribution, based on and fully compatible with Arch Linux. Calam Arch Installer provides Arch Linux in the form of a live iso along with the Calamares installer, which allows you to install Arch Linux on your computer’s disk. The installer also offers the option to choose one of nine desktops: Xfce, Gnome, Plasma, Cinnamon, Budgie, Openbox, I3, Mate, Deepin.
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8. PCLinuxOS

The PCLinuxOS distribution was launched in 2003 based on independent RPM packages created for Mandarkelinux (now: Mandriva) by Bill Reynolds. A significant change in PCLinuxOS that distinguishes it from Mandriva is the use of the APT package management system and the Synaptic graphical overlay, known from Debian.
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9. MocaccionoOS

MocaccinoOS is a minimal Linux distribution. It uses Luet as a package manager, which is static and uses containers to build packages.
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10. Amarok Linux

Amarok Linux is a GNU/Linux distribution built on the Debian GNU/Linux operating system with XFCE, GNOME, Cinnamon and MATE. Amarok Linux comes pre-installed with a selection of commonly used software that you need to start using its full potential.
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