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What are the best Linux distributions for use on a pen drive?

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9 Options Considered

Best Linux distributions for use on a pen drive
PriceDefault Desktop EnvironmentBased On
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Puppy Linux
-JWMN/A however Software is usually taken from Ubuntu or Slackware
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Ubuntu
-GNOME(various editons with MATE, Xfce, LXDE and other)Debian Stable
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Knoppix
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Arch
-CLI(independent)
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SliTaz
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Puppy Linux

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Ubuntu

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Knoppix

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Arch

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SliTaz

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Slax

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Damn Small Linux

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Tiny SliTaz

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Gentoo

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