Snigdha OS Arctic V is the latest iteration of Snigdha OS, a lightweight, highly customizable Linux distribution based on Arch Linux and the Linux Zen Kernel. This edition focuses on delivering a modern, smooth, and user-centric experience tailored for everyday use and penetration testing.
- 🛠️ Tailored Toolset: Preloaded with essential tools for penetration testing and security auditing. Add or remove tools during installation or later based on your needs.
- 🔒 Enhanced Security: Implements advanced security features like:
- SELinux: Mandatory access control for safeguarding sensitive data.
- AppArmor: Application isolation for better threat protection.
- Minimal Active Services: Reduces potential attack vectors to ensure a hardened system.
- ⚡ Optimized Performance: Powered by the Linux Zen Kernel, which enhances responsiveness and reduces latency. Perfect for both low-end devices and high-performance setups.
- 🎨 Ultimate Customization: Offers extensive UI customization with support for:
- GTK Themes: Choose from hundreds of themes for a unique desktop look.
- Icon Packs: Customize every corner of your desktop.
- Window Manager (WM) Integration: Easily switch between popular WMs like i3, BSPWM, and Openbox.
- 📦 Lightweight & Modular: Avoids unnecessary bloatware and allows you to install only what you need.
- 🌍 Open-Source Community: Built and maintained by a collaborative community committed to innovation.
- 💻 Processor: 64-bit (x86_64 or ARM64)
- 🧠 RAM: 2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended)
- 💾 Storage: 20 GB free disk space
- 🌐 Internet Connection: Required for installation and updates
- 📥 Download: Grab the latest Snigdha OS Arctic V ISO from the Releases page.
- 🔧 Create Bootable Media: Use tools like Rufus, Etcher, or
dd(Linux) to create a bootable USB drive. - 🔄 Boot and Install: Boot from the USB drive and follow the guided installation process. Choose your preferred desktop environment, tools, and configurations.
📚 For detailed guidance, check out the Installation Guide.
Comprehensive documentation is available to help you explore and maximize your experience with Snigdha OS Arctic V. Here’s what’s included:
- Getting Started Guide: Learn the basics of installing and setting up Snigdha OS.
- Desktop Environment Customization: Step-by-step instructions for personalizing your UI.
- Troubleshooting: Common issues and solutions.
- Advanced Configurations: Dive into kernel optimizations, WM/DM setups, and automation.
Access the complete documentation here.
🎉 Contributions from the community are always welcome! Here’s how you can get involved:
- 🔀 Fork the repository and clone it locally.
- 🛤️ Create a branch for your feature or fix:
git checkout -b my-feature. - 💾 Commit your changes and push them:
git push origin my-feature. - 📨 Submit a pull request describing your changes.
For detailed contribution guidelines, refer to the Contributing Guidelines.
Ensure you have Git, Archiso, and Python installed on your system:
sudo pacman -S git archiso python- 🔽 Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/Snigdha-OS/snigdhaos-arctic.git
cd snigdhaos-arctic-
✏️ Customize your build by modifying files in these directories:
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configs/: Adjust system settings. - 🎨
themes/: Tweak or add themes. - 📦
packages/: Modify the package list to suit your needs.
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🛑 Build the ISO:
sudo ./scripts/build-iso.sh- 🖥️ Test the build using a virtual machine or a bootable USB drive.
👥 Join our growing community to share ideas, report issues, or contribute to the development of Snigdha OS Arctic V!
- 🐞 Issues: Found a bug or have a suggestion? Create an issue.
- ✍️ Pull Requests: Want to contribute? Submit a PR!
- 💬 Discussions: Join the conversation on GitHub Discussions.
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💖 Support the development of Snigdha OS Arctic V by making a donation! Your contributions help us maintain and improve the project.
- 💰 $10 - Helps with ongoing maintenance and security updates.
- 💰 $25 - Supports the addition of new features and tools.
- 💰 $50 or more - Significant contributions go towards infrastructure and server costs.
Donations can be made via:
🅿️ PayPal- 💳 GitHub Sponsors
🙏 Thank you for supporting Snigdha OS Arctic V!
| 👨💻 Developer | 💼 Role | 🌐 Social Links |
|---|---|---|
| @eshanized | Lead Developer | GitHub • Twitter |
| @alokified | Web Infrastructure | GitHub • Twitter |
| @utkrshift | WM/DM Developer | GitHub • LinkedIn |
🙏 Special thanks to Tonmoy Infrastructure and IXH International Co. for sponsoring this project and making it possible. Additional gratitude to our contributors and users for shaping Snigdha OS Arctic V into a community-driven, innovative platform.
📄 This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.