As we all know GeckoLinux is a Linux distribution-based and fully compatible with OpenSuse. It has two versions, the first one is the Static version which is based on Leap and the second one is the Rolling version based on Tumbleweed.

Well, recently the creator of GeckoLinux has informed that he has released a new version of GeckoLinux ROLLING updating all the packages and incorporating new features.

So, GeckoLinux ROLLING spins are generated directly from unmodified openSUSE Tumbleweed and Packman repositories, and the installed system can be updated directly from those official sources. GeckoLinux continues to be focused on eliminating pain points and polishing its unique out-of-the-box configuration on top of the stable and flexible openSUSE base.

GeckoLinux uses the Calamares system installer, providing easy but powerful options for reliable installation of the live system.

What brings us this new version of GeckoLinux Rolling?

First, the default filesystem for the various Calamares guided installation options is now Btrfs with transparent Zstd data compression.

On the other hand, for the users of new Ryzen hardware, the `xf86-video-amdgpu` driver is included out-of-the-box. This will allow users to enjoy a more polished experience with the system.

Additionally, zRAM swap is enabled out of the box, and the EarlyOOM daemon is also enabled to help prevent unrecoverable system freezes in low memory situations

As far as software is concerned, the Linux kernel is 5.12.3, and all GeckoLinux editions feature Firefox 88. So, you should have no problem if your computer is modern.

Also, note a large number of desktop environments that have been updated:

• Gnome 40
• Cinnamon 4.8.6
• Plasma 5.21.5 / KF5 5.82 / KDE apps 21.04
• Budgie Desktop 10.5.3
• LXQt 0.17
• XFCE 4.16
• Mate 1.24

So you can choose your favorite desktop environment via the corresponding ISO.

To download this new version, you have to visit the project website. There you will find the corresponding links.

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We already know about all the potential of OpenSUSE, we know first hand that it is a modern and stable distribution. However, it has a slightly different way of doing some things and many people may not like it. To simplify even more the use of OpenSUSE and to make it even more out-of-the-box is that GeckoLinux is born.

GeckoLinux is a Linux spin based on the openSUSE distribution, with a focus on polish and out-of-the-box usability on the desktop. It is available in Static (based on openSUSE Leap) and Rolling (based on openSUSE Tumbleweed) editions.

The best thing about GeckoLinux is that you can be sure to use openSUSE only with a few tweaks that do not alter the essence of the distribution. Another advantage is that it adds different ISOs for each desktop environment, so the choice is always yours.

So let’s see what this new version of GeckoLinux brings.

The new version of GeckoLinux Features

The most important feature is that it is now based on OpenSUSE 15.2 with all the new features it has. On the other hand, it also continues in the line of enabling by default the Packman repository bringing a lot of additional software.

The installer has been updated, in particular, this new version of GeckoLinux uses Calamares 3.2.15 This change adds more reliability to the installation.

Also, Google Chrome and Skype repositories are enabled by default. However, the installation of both is optional and at the user’s discretion.

Spin-off images have been created with other OpenSUSE 15.2 family desktop environments:

• Cinnamon 4.4.8
• Matte 1.24.0
• Plasma 5.18.5 / KDE applications 20.04
• XFCE 4.14
• Gnome 3.34.4
• LXQt 0.14.1

If you are a more advanced user than the rest, you can try the “Barebones” version that does not incorporate a desktop environment. This is ideal if you want the maximum possible customization. In this version, the Live session has made the change from OpenBox to IceWM.

So, you can download GeckoLinux from this link.

Conclusion

I think the greatest thing about open source is the variety of ways you can collaborate on a project. This is the case of GeckoLinux which uses this to customize OpenSUSE 15.2 and bring more people into this Linux distribution.

This new version of GeckoLinux opens a new cycle more updated and powerful that uses OpenSUSE 15.2 and its news.

If you use OpenSUSE Tumbleweed, don’t worry that soon new images of GeckoLinux will be released using this base.

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This new one is based on the openSUSE, the best & free alternative to RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux). GeckoLinux is a spin of openSUSE. With a cleaner & lighter system, this is a perfect alternative for openSUSE for general users.

There are plenty of reasons to choose GeckoLinux. For example, you’re an openSUSE user for a long time. You may need to change your OS or refresh your mind with a different distro. This openSUSE spin has every feature you need to be on your desktop. Let’s get GeckoLinux.

The features

• Live DVD/USB image – run GeckoLinux before you install
• Desktop – GeckoLinux comes up with a big library of available desktop environments: Cinnamon, GNOME, Plasma, XFCE, Budgie, Mate, Barebones & LXQt. Just pick up your favorite one!
• Pre-installed software – GeckoLinux comes up with a good collection of pre-installed software (LibreOffice, Clementine, Thunderbird, GParted etc.) and proprietary media codecs. You don’t have to install anything else externally.
• Font rendering – If you’ve used openSUSE, you’ll notice the difference clearly. GeckoLinux completely overwhelms in this case. According to official GeckoLinux, quote,” GeckoLinux comes preconfigured with what many would consider being good font rendering, whereas many users find openSUSE’s default font configuration to be less than desirable.”
• Program uninstall – GeckoLinux allows uninstalling a program along with its dependencies. In openSUSE, the system often re-installed uninstalled packages.
• GeckoLinux doesn’t force install any recommended package after initial installation. OpenSUSE is pretty troublesome – automatically installed many recommended package dependencies when the package manager run the first time. It’s worth mentioning that GeckoLinux uses the same package manager as openSUSE – the RPM (zipper) manager.

Installation

GeckoLinux is a really lightweight OS. As it’s based on openSUSE, it provides several main variations – GeckoLinux Static (based on openSUSE Leap), Rolling (based on openSUSE Tumbleweed) & NEXT (based on openSUSE Leap).

The installation process is very simple; even simpler than most other Linux installations. Rolling editions size up to 1.5GB and Static editions size up to 1GB. Installing is very fast and smooth – faster than openSUSE. GeckoLinux is highly portable – even can be installed into an 8GB flash drive easily and boot into any machine.

Performance

For its lightweight, GeckoLinux is blazingly fast. Though the performance isn’t quite different than openSUSE, it’s a bit faster when compared sharply.

However, GeckoLinux comes up with built-in Firefox 52, a pretty outdated version. So, your first task should be updating the Firefox to the latest version – Firefox Quantum. Then, you’ll see the change – it’ll open instantly after you click it.

If you’re looking for BLAZINGLY FASTER performance than openSUSE, GeckoLinux isn’t the suitable choice. If you’re habituated with openSUSE’s performance, GeckoLinux is a good alternative for home users.

I personally love GeckoLinux. With a lot of desktop environments support and improved polishes, it’s really worth to switch to GeckoLinux. Give it a shot on your desktop – you might even make it your portable companion on your USB flash drive!

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