#arch linux

[farm-grown-queer]

At the nail salon yesterday and this tranny walks in with her gf and sits down, pulls out a laptop- it's a framework!

I say "is that a framework?"

She says yeah

"Linux?"

She says yeah again

"distro?"

"Debian" she replies

"I use arch by the way" I retort with a giggle

This bitch SIGHS and says "yeah the distro id use if I were younger"

ARE YOU SHITTING ME YOU WHORE??? DID YOU REALLY JUST CALL ME A KID????

Fuck Debian users, we got beef now.

@debian-official fight me

[systemdeez]

"My son turned out fine." Your daughter uses Arch Linux and it's all she talks about.

[codingquill]

What happens when you start your computer ? ( Booting a computer )

We studied this in the lecture today, and it was quite interesting. What makes something a hundred times simpler than it is? Creating a story about it. That's why I made this super fun dialog that will help you understand it all.

I've set up a drive to compile everything I create related to the Linux operating system. Feel free to explore it for more details on the topics discussed in the conversation below. Check it out here.

Have a fun read, my dear coders!

In the digital expanse of the computer, Pixel, the inquisitive parasite, is on a microventure with Binary, a wise digital guide. Together, they delve into the electronic wonders, uncovering the secrets hidden in the machine's core.

Pixel: (zooming around) Hey there! Pixel here, on a mission to demystify the tech wonders . There's a creature named Binary who knows all the ins and outs. Let's find them!

Binary: (appearing with a flicker of pixels) Pixel, greetings! Ready to explore what happens inside here?

Pixel: Absolutely! I want the full scoop. How does this thing come alive when the human outside clicks on "start"?

Binary: (with a digital chuckle) Ah, the magic of user interaction. Follow me, and I'll reveal the secrets.

(They traverse through the circuits, arriving at a glowing portal.)

Pixel: (inquiring) What's the deal with this glowing door?

Binary: (hovering) Pixel, behold the BIOS - our machine's awakening. When the human clicks "start," the BIOS kicks in, checking if our components are ready for action.

(They proceed to observe a tiny program in action.)

Pixel: (curious) Look at that little messenger running around. What's it up to?

Binary: (explaining) That, Pixel, is the bootloader. It plays courier between the BIOS and the operating system, bringing it to life.

Pixel: (excitedly buzzing) Okay! How does the computer know where to find the operating system?

Binary: Ah, Pixel, that's a tale that takes us deep into the heart of the hard disk. Follow me.

(They weave through the digital pathways, arriving at the hard disk.)

Pixel: (curious) Huh? Tell me everything!

Binary: Within this hard disk lies the treasure chest of the operating system. Let's start with the Master Boot Record (MBR).

(They approach the MBR, Binary pointing to its intricate code.)

Binary: The MBR is like the keeper of the keys. It holds crucial information about our partitions and how to find the operating system.

Pixel: (wide-eyed) What's inside?

Binary: (pointing) Take a look. This is the primary boot loader, the first spark that ignites the OS journey.

(They travel into the MBR, where lines of code reveal the primary boot loader.)

Pixel: (in awe) This tiny thing sets the whole show in motion?

Binary: (explaining) Indeed. It knows how to find the kernel of the operating system, which is the core of its existence.

(They proceed to the first partition, where the Linux kernel resides.)

Pixel: (peering into the files) This is where the OS lives, right?

Binary: (nodding) Correct, Pixel. Here lies the Linux kernel. Notice those configuration files? They're like the OS's guidebook, all written in text.

(They venture to another partition, finding it empty.)

Pixel: (confused) What's the story with this empty space?

Binary: (smirking) Sometimes, Pixel, there are barren lands on the hard disk, waiting for a purpose. It's a canvas yet to be painted.

Pixel: (reflecting) Wow! It's like a whole universe in here. I had no idea the operating system had its roots in the hard disk.

(They continue their microventure, navigating the binary landscapes of the computer's inner world.Pixel gazes at the screen where choices appear.)

Pixel: What's happening here?

Binary: (revealing) This is where the user picks the operating system. The computer patiently waits for a decision. If none comes, it follows the default path.

(They delve deeper into the digital code, where applications start blooming.)

Pixel: (amazed) It's like a digital garden of applications! What's the enchantment behind this?

Binary: (sharing) Here, Pixel, is where the applications sprout to life. The operating system nurtures them, and they blossom into the programs you see on the screen.

Pixel: (excited) But how does the machine know when the human clicks "start"?

Binary: It's the BIOS that senses this initiation. When the human triggers "start," the BIOS awakens, and we embark on this mesmerizing journey.

[spaceavenue]

arch btw

[dark-glitch]

[malanatero]

Artix Linux tan

A humanization of Artix Linux! As niche as this might possibly be. I also have some extras down here, I tried some designs before deciding on this one specifically. I ALSO made some funny meme™ with Arch tan (or her unfinished design more specifically) and their relationship.

Her design is mostly inspired in the logo, having triangle shapes all around the body and clothes. She is also inspired in other os-tan like Windows XP tan and so on. I wanted to make her have a "old anime aesthetic" or something. idk

In the image we have some descriptions, for those who can't read them:

On Artix-tan's side:

Cant agree with Arch's indifference but she can only show her other alternatives exist.

Just as weeb as Arch but much more sttuborn.

Uses arch's repos and AUR because she admires her sister deep down.

On Arch-tan's side:

Eyebags from mantaining AUR with programs that don't have support.

Doesn't want to switch from systemd, thinks Artix is overreacting.

Arch like hair.

Kind of a nerd/weeb.

Programming socks.

Here I have some alt design for Artix:

[vickie21579]

powercfg

[linuxmint-official]

can an ubuntu girl and an arch girl truly fall in love

[ubuntu-official]

So called "boy smell enjoyers" when the arch user enters the room.

[brightgreendandelions]

very bad joke i'm sorry

[abbiistabbii]

Dear Linux Curious people: If someone tells you to try Arch, tell them to fuck off. Arch is for people who like to configure everything. Try Linux Mint:

Made with out of the box usability in mind.

Based on Ubuntu/Debian so even the technical things are easier.

Has three flavours with different desktop environments to match your computer's power.

Friendly userbase.

Has a Driver installer.

Everything works out the box.

[systemdeez]

[codingquill]

What is the kernel of an operating system ?

You can think of the kernel as the core component of an operating system, just like the CPU is the core component of a computer. The kernel of an operating system, such as the Linux kernel, is responsible for managing system resources ( such as the CPU, memory, and devices ) . The kernel of an operating system is not a physical entity that can be seen. It is a computer program that resides in memory.

Key points to understand the relationship between the kernel and the OS:

The kernel acts as the intermediary between the hardware and the software layers of the system. It provides a layer of abstraction that allows software applications to interact with the hardware without needing to understand the low-level details of the hardware

The kernel controls and manages system resources such as the CPU, memory, devices, and file systems. It ensures that these resources are allocated and utilized efficiently by different processes and applications running on the system.

The kernel handles tasks like process scheduling, memory management, device drivers, file system access, and handling interrupts from hardware devices.

The kernel can be extended through the use of loadable kernel modules (LKM). LKMs allow for the addition of new functionality or device drivers without modifying the kernel itself.

[daniel-nerd]

the steam deck oled feels impossible

it has a storage upgrade(double!), bigger battery, bigger screen size, an oled screen, another antenna, support for wifi 6e, a6nm chip instead of a 7nm, 90Hz instead of 60Hz, a small case with another bigger more protective case for the case, its LIGHTER, HDR SUPPORT(people just started working on HDR support for linux like 6 months ago). and its the SAME SIZE!! WITHOUT A PRICE CHANGE!!!

AND THAT’S NOT EVEN CONSIDERING HOW EASY AND OPEN THEY ARE WITH UPGRADING AND REPAIRING

i’ve been using the steam deck for like 4 months now, and around 1.5-2 months of these i’ve used it exclusively. THE STEAM DECK IS AWESOME.

AND VALVE MADE IT BETTER!!!

if you’re considering buying one DO IT!! the 256GB model is the original steam deck so you won’t get all the upgrades, but its for the same price as what used to be the 128GB! they just straight up doubled your storage.

[mediocremadness]

Purchasing a new laptop is fucking stupid. Go buy a ThinkPad T430 from some random eBay seller and install Arch Linux on it like the trans catgirl that you are.

[endeavouros-official]

Some people like to say that I'm just Arch Linux with the Calamares installer and some scripts tacked on

But @arch-official is a separate blog from this one

Checkmate, haters.