Oreon, a live Linux distribution based on AlmaLinux, has released version 10-2603 with several enhancements. The update introduces the Centrio installer, switches the default filesystem from XFS to Btrfs, and adds features like automatic Nvidia driver setup. It maintains a decade-long support pledge and a custom-themed GNOME desktop.
Oreon, developed by contributors in the Linux and free open-source software community in the USA, draws from AlmaLinux, a derivative of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. The latest release, Oreon 10-2603, builds on this foundation while introducing key changes to improve user experience on desktops.
Among the updates, the Anaconda installer has been replaced by the Centrio Installer. During setup, users now encounter Nvidia driver detection with an option for automatic installation. The process also allows selection of a default web browser from several choices and enables Flatpak by default, with a disable option available.
Installation bundles cater to specific needs, including development, gaming, and office work. The default filesystem has shifted to Btrfs from the previous XFS, though other options remain selectable. System branding and logos have been refreshed with cleaner, properly sized assets. Additionally, DNS management is now handled by systemd.
Oreon 10 targets desktop users and comes in two architectures: x86_64 for Intel and AMD processors, at 1671 MB, and aarch64 for ARM64 hardware, at 1362 MB. For those considering older versions, Oreon Lime (R2), based on AlmaLinux 9, continues to receive updates but is not recommended for new installations.
Downloads are available from the official Oreon website, upholding the distro's commitment to a decade of support.
