NixNG
A lightweight, container-focused Linux distribution based on Nix with modular init system choices and minimal defaults.
What is NixNG?
NixNG is a Linux distribution based on the Nix package manager, designed as a lighter alternative to NixOS. It focuses on simplicity by omitting systemd, supporting multiple init systems, and adopting a minimal package set by default. The project is optimized for building lightweight containers and provides fully structured configuration for modules.
Developers and system administrators looking for a minimal, container-focused Linux distribution built on Nix, particularly those who prefer non-systemd init systems or need lightweight container images.
NixNG offers a simpler, more modular alternative to NixOS with a minimal default package set and flexible init system choices, making it ideal for containerized environments where lightweight and configurable systems are prioritized.
Overview
A linux distribution based on Nix [maintainer=@MagicRB]
Use Cases
Best For
- Building lightweight container images with Nix
- Running Linux distributions without systemd
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