Linux adventures

  A convenient CLI command is  duf  - no need for any parameters as it shows mount points and partition sizes. It may need installing via apt-get:-

  A fresh release – CrunchBang++ 12.0, is now available for download. CrunchBang++, the successor to the cherished CrunchBang Linux project, has unveiled its latest release, version 12.0, based on the recently released Debian 12 Bookworm. Known for its minimal system resource usage and compatibility with low-end hardware, CrunchBang Linux has garnered a dedicated following among Linux enthusiasts. The new CrunchBang++ iteration continues to carry on the legacy of its predecessor, offering a 32-bit installer for users with outdated hardware or PCs – a rare feature in today’s landscape. Additionally, CrunchBang++ now utilizes the powerful Debian 12 Bookworm as its base, catering to the needs of modern users seeking stability and reliability.   Notable among the updates is the availability of both 32-bit and 64-bit ISO variants, providing broader compatibility options for a wide range of systems. While the installer size has slightly increased compared to the previo...

  antiX Linux is a lightweight and Debian-based Linux distribution designed for older hardware and systems with limited resources. Performance : antiX is known for its excellent performance on older hardware. It uses a minimalistic approach and a customized lightweight desktop environment to ensure that even aging computers can run it smoothly. This makes it a great choice for resurrecting older machines or for use on low-end hardware. Resource Efficiency : One of the standout features of antiX is its ability to run on systems with minimal resources. It uses a variety of lightweight applications and offers users the flexibility to choose between different desktop environments, including IceWM and Fluxbox and JWM and Herblufstwm. This allows users to tailor the system to their specific needs. Stability : Being based on Debian, antiX benefits from the stability and reliability of its parent distribution. This makes it suitable for users who prioritize a stable and secure computing en...

 antiX Menu > Applications > Accessories > And select the option to Enable/Disable visual effects. If it’s “off”, click the slider to turn it “on”. Unless you turn the compositor off, it will remain “on”, until you leave the session (i.e- log off or reboot

Siduction - what you need to know Siduction was created in July 2011 from the former Aptosid Community. But before that there were already stations. From Knoppix to sidux to aptosid to Siduction. A mature roadmap one would think. What is the difference between Siduction and Debian? First, much of both distros are equivalent. The minor differences are that Siduction is a rolling Debian distro with graphical installer, Debian on the other hand does not offer Sid as a direct ISO output. To install Debian Sid you either have to install stable first and convert it to Sid via testing or you install Sid with the mini installer. If you are interested in these two options, please have a look at my two videos. Links in the description below. In short, if you want to have a rolling Debian system, Siduction is a much easier and faster way. Siduction also comes with its own kernel and scripts and offers support via forum and IRC. In case you are wondering how the name Siduction came about, the name...

  Solyd made its debut in February 2013 as an unofficial variant of Linux Mint’s Debian edition with KDE as the default desktop. The main Linux Mint offering is based directly on Ubuntu, an offshoot of Debian Linux as well.   Arjen Balfoort, a key developer of two discontinued desktop options within the Linux Mint distro, developed the SolydXK distro to continue where the Linux Mint line left off with the dropped Debian branch desktop options. The result grew into a very suitable Linux operating system with two equally efficient desktop environments. Both choices give you a full range of controls over system performance.  Later in Solyd’s development, the community gave the KDE version its own identity as SolydK. The community added SolydX as an option after Linux Mint dropped its Debian-based flavor that used the Xfce desktop. The SolydXK headquarters is based in the Netherlands and runs on i686 and x86 64-bit architecture.  SolydXK uses a Debian (stable...