Vanilla OS vs. Bazzite: Which immutable Linux distro is right for you?

Immutable Linux distributions are all the rage, and with good reason. But which immutable distribution is the right one for you? Let's compare two of my favorites.

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Vanilla OS and Bazzite are both immutable distributions.
• One is geared for general use and the other for gaming.
• Both are free to download and install.

Immutability has become a buzzword in the Linux world. For an operating system that already enjoys rock-solid security, imagine taking that even further to create an operating system that is almost unbreakable. 

With immutability, Linux distributions mount the core of the system as read-only, which means the contents of those directories cannot be changed. So, if you were to unwittingly install a piece of malicious software, it would not be able to make changes to directories like /bin ...