I tested Artix Linux: An enjoyable systemd-free distro for experienced users (and ChromeOS speeds)

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Artix is an Arch-based rolling Linux distribution that replaces systemd with OpenRC or dinit and emphasizes a minimal, fast, and configurable user experience. The reviewer highlights very fast boot times, strong overall performance, and a lightweight default app set that requires command-line package management for many tasks. Artix favors traditional desktop elements and ships with utilities like Octopi for package management, but lacks built-in Flatpak integration and a mass-market browser choice, so it suits users comfortable with the CLI. The article shows how to create OpenRC service scripts (example: Ollama) and concludes Artix is a solid choice for experienced users who want a systemd-free, high-performance distro.

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