Tiny Core Linux is a 16 MB graphical Linux desktop. It is based on a recent Linux kernel, BusyBox, Tiny X, Fltk, and Flwm. The core runs entirely in memory and boots very quickly. The user has complete control over which applications and/or additional hardware to have supported, be it for a desktop, a nettop, an appliance or server; selectable from the project's online repository.
Quick facts
What is the latest version of Tiny Core?
The latest tracked version of Tiny Core is v17.0, released February 11, 2026.
How many Tiny Core releases does OS.watch track?
OS.watch tracks 3 Tiny Core releases, the earliest from 2023.