Dune OS

Dune OS is a Debian-based Linux distribution optimized for educational purposes, featuring KDE Plasma with custom configurations and branding.

System Requirements

• Processor: 64-bit architecture (x86_64)
• RAM: Minimum 2 GB (4 GB recommended)
• Disk Space: 35 GB minimum
• Graphics: GPU with OpenGL 2.0+ support

Features

• Base: Debian (Stable) forked from mint os
• Desktop Environment: KDE Plasma, pre-configured with performance and usability tweaks
• Package Manager: APT with additional custom repositories
• Kernel: Linux 6.15
• File System: ext4 by default, supports btrfs, xfs, etc.
• Display Manager: SDDM
• Boot Loader: GRUB2

Installation Instructions

⚠️ Important Notice:

🚨 Currently, only the OEM entry in the boot menu is functional for installing the OS. The remaining entries will be added and corrected in future updates. Thank you for your patience!

You should watch the guides !!

1. Download ISO:

   • Obtain the latest ISO from (here)[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_zsP1eXjTQZbHpIxg45RFBib5f6w9OcG]

2. Create Bootable USB:

   • Or use tools like Rufus, Etcher, etc.

3. Boot from USB:

   • Restart your system and select the boot device (USB) from the BIOS/UEFI menu.

4. Install Dune OS:

   • Follow the on-screen instructions in the Ubiquity installer:
   • install the gpu drivers
     • Select partitioning scheme (manual or guided).
     • Configure user, time zone, and keyboard layout.
     • Begin installation.

5. Post-Installation:

   • After installation, the system will reboot. Log in using your created credentials. ( dune : dune )

System Customizations

• KDE Plasma:
  • Pre-configured with a custom theme, layout, and Dune OS-specific tweaks for optimized performance on low-resource systems.
  • Custom wallpapers and branding.
• ** LIST of Software **
  • IDE/code editors :VS code , code blocks , eclipse
  • Networking : wireshark , cisco packettracer
  • office : libreoffice
  • others : GDB , cutter , github desktop , gitq , qemu virtual manger , virtualbox

Package Management

• Updating the System:

  sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade

• Adding Software:

  sudo apt install <package-name>

• Removing Software:

  sudo apt remove <package-name>

Services and Optimization

• Disabled Unnecessary Services:
  • Optimized system services to reduce resource usage on lower-end hardware.
  • Custom scripts to handle service management.

Kernel and Boot Options

• Kernel:

  • The Linux kernel is 6.15 for supporting maximum of hardware .

• GRUB Configuration:

  • To modify boot parameters, edit /etc/default/grub and update GRUB:

    sudo update-grub

Custom Branding

• Boot Splash Screen:
  • Custom Dune OS boot splash screen.

Reporting Issues

For bug reports or issues, open a ticket on the GitHub repository.