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Installation guide and system requirements.

Getting Started

A Debian-based Linux distribution with Xfce desktop, Calamares installer, and custom branding.

1Download the ISO from the homepage
2Create a bootable USB drive
3Boot from USB and select "Basalt Linux" from the GRUB menu
4Run the Calamares installer and follow the on-screen instructions
5Reboot, remove USB, and log into your new system

System Requirements

  • 64-bit processor
  • 2 GB RAM
  • 10 GB disk
  • UEFI or Legacy BIOS

Installation

Download the ISO from the homepage and write it to a USB drive (8 GB+). Boot from the USB, select "Basalt Linux Live" from the GRUB menu, then launch the Calamares installer from the desktop to begin installation.