Zorin OS is a Linux distribution that is developed by the Zorin Group company of the same name. It is a custom operating system based on Ubuntu and designed for use on desktops and laptops.

The main benefits of Zorin OS include:
- Intuitive interface: it offers a user interface that is easy to understand and use. It mimics the Windows interface, which makes it attractive to newcomers switching from Windows.
- High compatibility: it is based on Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux distributions. This ensures high compatibility with most programs and applications developed for Ubuntu.
- Security: like any other Linux distribution, Zorin OS is secure and resistant to viruses and malware. This ensures a safe and secure online experience.
- Low system requirements: can run on old or weak computers with limited resources. This makes it a great choice for outdated computers or for those who want to maximize performance.
- Extensible and customizable: offers a wide range of design themes, icons and desktop layouts that can be customized to your liking. It also has built-in support for adding new programs and extensions.
- Multimedia and gaming support: it has pre-installed multimedia applications and support for many popular audio and video formats. It also supports games including Steam, making it a great choice for gamers.
- Great community and support: has an active community of users and developers who are ready to help if you have any problems or questions. Official support is also available in the form of documentation, forums, and online resources.
Zorin OS offers a combination of ease of use, stability, security, and extensibility, making it an attractive choice for various categories of users, including newcomers and experienced Linux users.
Some of the disadvantages of the Zorin OS distribution can be:
- Limited interface customization options. Zorin OS provides several interface options, but the user may have limited interface customization options compared to some other distributions.
- Relatively limited software selection. Although Zorin OS includes some basic programs initially, it may not have as wide a selection of software as, for example, Ubuntu or Fedora.
- Limited support. Because Zorin OS is not one of the most popular Linux distributions, it may not receive the same support and software updates as more popular distributions.
- Not as advanced security features. Zorin OS may not offer as advanced security features as some other Linux distributions, which can be a problem for users who care about maximizing the protection of their data and system.
At the moment, Zorin OS does not have a fully Russian version. However, Zorin OS supports multiple languages, including Russian, and provides the option to install Russian language and Russian localization packages.
Steps to install Russian language and localization in Zorin OS:
- Open System
Settings
from the main menu of Zorin OS.
- Under "
Personal
", select "Region & Language
".
- Click on the "
Add Language
" button and find "Russian
" in the list of available languages. Select it and click "Add
".
- After adding the Russian language, you can go back to the main menu and exit the settings.
- After exiting the settings, you will see that there is a new language settings icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Click on it to select the Russian language.
The system will now use the Russian language and Russian localization packs in the interface and applications. Unofficial communities and forums may also offer additional resources for installing Russification and localization in Zorin OS.