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Slackware

linux

The oldest actively maintained Linux distribution, known for simplicity and a UNIX-like design philosophy

Pronunciation

Correct

SLACK-wair

/ˈslækwɛər/

Named by creator Patrick Volkerding as a humorous name suggesting a casual project. A compound of 'slack' + 'ware' (software). Two syllables.

Source: www.slackware.com(official docs)

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