Average Ratings 3 Ratings

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ease
features
design
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Average Ratings 1 Rating

Total
ease
features
design
support

Description

Arch Linux is a self-sufficient, x86-64 general-purpose GNU/Linux distribution that aims to deliver the most current stable software versions through a rolling-release approach. Its standard installation offers a bare-minimum base system, allowing users to customize their setup by installing only the necessary components. The philosophy of Arch Linux emphasizes simplicity, defined as the absence of unnecessary enhancements or alterations. The distribution provides software as originally released by upstream developers, minimizing downstream modifications, and avoiding patches that are not accepted upstream; any changes made are predominantly backported bug fixes that will be addressed in the next release. Furthermore, Arch includes the configuration files from upstream, with changes limited to specific distribution needs, such as modifying file paths within the system. Notably, Arch does not incorporate automation features like automatically enabling services upon package installation, thereby maintaining user control over their environment. This approach allows users to tailor their systems closely to their needs, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of their operating system.

Description

You set it up once and then enjoy its benefits indefinitely. There's no need to fret every six months about significant system upgrades that could potentially render your device unusable. Instead, you receive regular updates that not only tackle security vulnerabilities and eliminate bugs but also introduce the latest features and advancements, including updated kernels, new drivers, and the most current desktop environment versions. Each update undergoes rigorous testing in line with industry-leading quality standards, utilizing a build service that other Linux distributions aspire to emulate. Not only is every new package version tested individually, but various clusters of versions are also compared to ensure your system's internal consistency. With just one command, you can update thousands of packages, revert to a snapshot from the previous week, fast-forward to the latest changes, and even preview what future releases will look like. This streamlined process allows users to seamlessly manage their systems without the usual headaches associated with traditional upgrades.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Budgie Clipboard Manager Yes 
CachyOS Yes 
Cockpit No 
Elixir Yes 
EnduraData EDpCloud Yes 
Entropy Keycrypt Yes 
Fortran Package Manager Yes 
Hyprland Yes 
IRI DMaaS Yes 
Mondoo Yes 
NexaSDK Yes 
NoPorts Yes 
Pacman Yes 
RapidFort No 
Sandfly Security Yes 
Snapcraft Yes 
Visual LVM Yes 
Zero Install Yes 
fpm Yes 

Integrations

Budgie Clipboard Manager No 
CachyOS No 
Cockpit Yes 
Elixir No 
EnduraData EDpCloud No 
Entropy Keycrypt No 
Fortran Package Manager No 
Hyprland No 
IRI DMaaS No 
Mondoo No 
NexaSDK No 
NoPorts No 
Pacman No 
RapidFort Yes 
Sandfly Security No 
Snapcraft No 
Visual LVM No 
Zero Install No 
fpm No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Arch Linux

Founded

2002

Website

archlinux.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

openSUSE Project

Founded

2005

Country

Germany

Website

get.opensuse.org/tumbleweed/

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