Independent
rlxos is a self-sustained operating system, built independently instead of inheriting the release decisions of another distro.
Independent · Secure · Open source
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A fast, secure, and elegant desktop experience — built independently, protected by an immutable core, and flexible where it matters.
Privacy orientedNo telemetry or tracking
Open sourceBuilt and developed in the open
Community orientedShaped together with its users
Core features
Built for control, performance, and freedom.
The base stays predictable while applications and advanced tools stay flexible — a modern system architecture without turning every software install into surgery on the core OS.
Atomic updates
System updates are applied as complete transitions, improving consistency and making update behavior easier to reason about.
Immutable design
The core system is read-only by default, helping protect critical files from accidental changes and keeping machines consistent.
Extensions
Add system-level capabilities through modular, pre-configured components instead of treating the base OS like a traditional package pile.
Flatpak support
Install modern desktop applications with Flatpak and keep everyday apps separated from the protected operating-system core.
Distrobox integration
Run containerized distribution environments when you need development tools or software from another ecosystem.
Architecture
Stable where it matters. Flexible where you need it.
rlxos keeps the operating system foundation predictable while applications, tools, and your personal workspace stay free to change.
01 · Foundation
Protected base
A read-only system image designed for predictable atomic transitions and a consistent foundation.
02 · Software
Apps & tools
Applications and development environments live above the base instead of constantly modifying it.
03 · Yours
Your workspace
Your files, preferences, and workflow remain yours — independent from the protected operating-system base.
Predictable underneath.Flexible on top.
UI & design
Lightweight. Beautiful. Responsive.
The desktop is designed to feel clean and modern without forgetting the boring-important bit: performance. Smooth interactions, clear visual hierarchy, and room to make the system yours.
Performance at the core
A lightweight desktop keeps the interface responsive without piling on unnecessary complexity. The goal is simple: stay quick, predictable, and out of your way.
Responsive by design
The interface adapts comfortably across large displays, laptops, and smaller screens without losing hierarchy or breathing room.
Motion with restraint
Transitions and micro-interactions help the desktop feel natural, while clarity stays more important than decoration.
FAQ
Useful answers before you install.
A few practical details about the distro, hardware, and software model — because discovering all of this only after booting the ISO is not especially kind.
No. rlxos is independently developed rather than being a remix of Ubuntu, Arch, Fedora, or another upstream distro.
Yes. The rlxos project states that NVIDIA GPU support is available out of the box.
Hardware support varies across devices and drivers, so trying the live environment is the best way to verify your exact machine.
Because the base system is immutable, the normal workflow is Extensions for supported system capabilities, Flatpak for desktop applications, and Distrobox for broader package and development-environment compatibility.
Like the concept of rlxos?
rlxos is an independent, privacy-focused operating-system project built in the open. Try it, report rough edges, share ideas, improve the docs, or contribute code — there is plenty of room to help shape what comes next.
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