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Add to SafariWhen comparing Guix vs CloverOS, the Slant community recommends CloverOS for most people. In the question“What are the best Linux distros that don't use systemd?” CloverOS is ranked 15th while Guix is ranked 16th. The most important reason people chose CloverOS is:
Minimal install to build upon.
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Pros
Pro Atomic package management without bloated init/supervision systems
For those with a clear focused concept of what is wanted, after building, the build can be replicated in a blink on countless machines. Both GUIX and shephard are complex but also a breath of fresh air.
Pro Secure rootless installation
While the whole system can be configured using a declarative file with sufficient privileges. Users can install any package in their own local profile with a single command without root.
Pro A truly advanced operating system
Solves modern problems of software management in one concise, coherent, and fully integrated system.
Pro Minimal
Minimal install to build upon.
Pro Fully Gentoo compatible
It is fully compatible to Gentoo.
Pro No UEFI support
If you use older computers and want neither UEFI nor systemd.
Cons
Con Not for newbies, neither for seasoned professionals, unless raging against conformity with artful purpose
Con No UEFI support
If you have a system that can only boot EFI you are fu**ed!
