On July 16, 1993, the distribution . Based entirely on the Softlanding Linux System (SLS), it was designed for machines with a 3.5" boot disk. Over the past 25 years, Slackware has proven to be one of the most distinctive Linux distros.
The first releases of SUSE Linux and other open‑source pioneers were based on Slackware. Its influence is also seen in other DIY operating systems.
For many Linux enthusiasts, it proved to be the starting point of their journey into the operating system. Due to the simplistic experience it offered and the minimal customization options, it gradually developed a fanatical audience. The project's website calls it an effort to create a UNIX-type distribution, with «dual goal of easy use and stability as top priorities.»
Today, Slackware has become a witness to more than 30 releases and remains an active distribution. The latest release came out in 2016 as Slackware 14.2. It offered Xfce and KDE as the two options for a desktop environment.
So let's wish Slackware a happy 25thbirthday !
