Thursday, May 7, 2026

Big Linux

I made a big mistake of not activating 683 UPDATES amounting to 2.6GB but the folder has only 2.1GB left. I am glad I did not try instslling Blender. Only added few browser and VLC.

I hope Software problem sort out after updates.

This version is based on the latest Linux kernel. I had lot of problem installing it on my NUC about 18 months ago.

Installing Software is a big problem with both Big Linux Software center and Flatpak having conflicts. Overall it is better KDE than KDE Neon User (old kernel ).

Now I have 8 distributions in my NUC and two of them are Debian GNOME. ARCH cannot have two versions of CachyOS, say one with GNOME and one with KDE on separate partitions. It recognise the last installation and ignore the previously installed image.

Big Linux

BigLinux is a user friendly, Brazilian developed Linux distribution based on Manjaro/Arch. Known for its high customization, it features the KDE Plasma desktop with multiple pre-configured layouts (including Windows like). It is optimised for both new and older hardware, offering excellent performance, proprietary driver support, and a pre-installed "Big Store" software center. It switched from Ubuntu to Manjaro/Arch in 2021, providing access to AUR, Flatpak, and Snap packages. It is focused on beginners and Windows converts, featuring a highly polished interface out of-the box. Lightweight options exist, making it suitable for older PCs working well with 2GB–4GB RAM. It offers unique, deep desktop customiaation options within KDE Plasma. It includes unique tools like the "Big Store" for software and specialised web applications (Netflix, Discord, Office). It is often described as having an earth-shattering default look, it comes with multiple interface themes.