Arch Based Distros

Arch Linux is a popular, rolling-release Linux distribution known for its simplicity, customization, and minimalist design.

It follows a “do-it-yourself” philosophy, allowing users to build their Linux environment from the ground up.

Arch’s package manager, Pacman, provides easy access to a vast repository of software packages
And the Arch User Repository (AUR) offers even more community-contributed packages.(not officially maintained by Arch Linux developers).

While Arch Linux demands a deeper understanding of Linux and requires users to configure many aspects of their system manually, it rewards users with a highly personalized and efficient computing experience. It’s a favorite among Linux enthusiasts and experienced users seeking a lightweight and highly customizable operating system.

WHY a rolling release?

Continuous Updates: You’re always running the latest software versions without waiting for a new release.
Less Disruption: No need to perform major version upgrades, which can sometimes require a lot of time and effort.
Access to New Features: You can access new features and improvements as soon as they’re available.

WHY a fixed release like Debian?

Stability: Software updates are thoroughly tested before being released, which can lead to a more stable experience.
Predictability: You know when major releases will occur, allowing for better planning.
Long-term Support: Some fixed-release distributions offer long-term support (LTS) versions, which receive updates and security patches for an extended period.

Ways to Manage Packages in Arch

Flatpak
- Yes, Flatpak is a universal package format! Feel Free to explore them at FlatHub and install them in Arch Based just like you would in Debian.
- Dont Forget to leverage Flatpak with Warehouse or with Flatseal
Nix
- And installing common Apps with NIX is as simple as one command.
Pacman

Here you have this Gist with some usefull installs on Arch.♻️There are similar ones for Ubuntu, even Windows ♻️.

SelfHosting with Arch

If you are used to deploy your favourite Apps with Docker (or Podman), congratulations, you can use them seamlessly with Arch as you do with Debian, mac or Windows.

Some examples

Benchmark with Arch

paru -S phoronix-test-suite
phoronix-test-suite benchmark smallpt

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