Re:Vanilla OS: maybe the future of Linux on the desktop
by phendrenad2 on Tuesday February 06, 2024 @11:46AM
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Just looking into Vanilla, and hey, I like it. They've found workarounds for a lot of Linux architectural problems:
- A/B root partitions so you can update without worrying about bricking your install.
- Multiple driver sets available on install, minimizing the need for driver futzing.
- Runs Android apps out of the box (instantly increases the number of supported apps by, millions, and you don't need to install the compatibility layer, it's just there)
- No more running things with sudo (about time Linux caught up to modern desktop operating systems)
- The distro installer looks more user-friendly than any I've seen
- A GUI for switching between graphics cards
So yeah, I can see this becoming more popular in the future. These features are just too good.
- A/B root partitions so you can update without worrying about bricking your install.
- Multiple driver sets available on install, minimizing the need for driver futzing.
- Runs Android apps out of the box (instantly increases the number of supported apps by, millions, and you don't need to install the compatibility layer, it's just there)
- No more running things with sudo (about time Linux caught up to modern desktop operating systems)
- The distro installer looks more user-friendly than any I've seen
- A GUI for switching between graphics cards
So yeah, I can see this becoming more popular in the future. These features are just too good.