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.