Introduction

Overview

Asmi is a Linux distribution based on Ubuntu LTS with Xfce desktop. It is based on Xubuntu but aims to provide a more functional desktop with better defaults.

This distribution is for people who prefer traditional desktops. Snap and Flatpak packages are not included by default. They can be installed if needed. DEB version of Firefox is installed from Mozilla’s repositories.

Features

• Based on Ubuntu LTS. Stable base with 5 years of security updates
• Xfce desktop with a top panel and a dock on the left side
• Dark themed to reduce eye strain
• Latest HWE-edge kernel from Ubuntu. Newer mainline kernels are not used to avoid compatibility issues with Nvidia, VirtualBox, and wireless drivers.
• No Snaps or Flatpaks. Can be installed if needed
• Latest DEB version of Firefox from Mozilla’s official repositories
• Calamares Installer instead of Ubiquity
• Better support for VirtualBox and Qemu/KVM. Auto-resize display to match the host resolution, and access shared folders from the Live system session
• Live session option to load to RAM. In this mode the live system runs entirely from RAM and the USB device used for booting can be removed.