SlyOS: A Lightweight, Privacy-First Arch Experience Without Systemd
SlyOS: A Lightweight, Privacy-First Arch Experience Without Systemd Contents - Philosophy and Foundations - Under the Hood: Technology and Installation - Daily Use, Apps, and Workflow Philosophy and Foundations At its heart, SlyOS is more than just another Linux distribution — it is a deliberate vision of what an Arch-based system should be: straightforward, lightweight, respectful of user freedom, and unburdened by unnecessary complexity. Born from a desire to make a properly configured Arch-like experience accessible to a wider audience, SlyOS removes the often-intimidating setup process that greets new users on vanilla Arch, while staying true to the principles that make Arch so beloved. It is built on Artix Linux and follows the famous KISS principle — Keep It Simple, Stupid — meaning every component serves a clear purpose, nothing is included just for show, and the system remains lean and responsive. One of SlyOS’s most defining choices is its commitment to operating...
