FrequentlyAskedQuestions - cavemansoftware/caveman-linux GitHub Wiki

What is Caveman Linux?

Caveman Linux is a Linux Distribution aimed at beginners to Linux and computing.

Why should I use Caveman Linux?

You might consider using Caveman Linux for the following reasons:

  • You want a beginner friendly distro
  • You want a distribution with makepkg support
  • You want to convince your grandma to use Linux
  • You want something simple and easy to use
  • You're bored

Why base it off Arch Linux?

We believe that Arch Linux is a amazing and stable operating system, and also that a rolling release system is superior to a point release system because newer software can reach users faster. By building our project on Arch Linux, a versatile and amazing distro, we can provide breaking edge software alongside incredible stability and usability

isn't Arch Linux meant to be for "advanced users"?

We believe that Arch Linux is a very powerful distro. Our goal as the Caveman Dev Team is to bring such a powerful distro to beginners by giving Arch "Training Wheels" Such modifications could show to the average Linuxer that Arch does excel as a general use distro

What architectures does Caveman Linux support?

As of now, Caveman Linux only supports x86_64 systems.

What Graphics Drivers does Caveman Linux support?

Caveman Linux automatically installs proper support software for AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA cards.