From a3426245a50b6c15aca8e04cc330bba3fe0bad86 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: lkxed Date: Fri, 7 Oct 2022 17:34:01 +0800 Subject: [PATCH] =?UTF-8?q?[=E6=89=8B=E5=8A=A8=E9=80=89=E9=A2=98][tech]:?= =?UTF-8?q?=2020221006=20EuroLinux=20Desktop=20Review-=20A=20Worthy=20Alte?= =?UTF-8?q?rnative=20to=20Ubuntu=20LTS-.md?= MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit --- ...ew- A Worthy Alternative to Ubuntu LTS-.md | 137 ++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 137 insertions(+) create mode 100644 sources/tech/20221006 EuroLinux Desktop Review- A Worthy Alternative to Ubuntu LTS-.md diff --git a/sources/tech/20221006 EuroLinux Desktop Review- A Worthy Alternative to Ubuntu LTS-.md b/sources/tech/20221006 EuroLinux Desktop Review- A Worthy Alternative to Ubuntu LTS-.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..7e774ec7f3 --- /dev/null +++ b/sources/tech/20221006 EuroLinux Desktop Review- A Worthy Alternative to Ubuntu LTS-.md @@ -0,0 +1,137 @@ +[#]: subject: "EuroLinux Desktop Review: A Worthy Alternative to Ubuntu LTS?" +[#]: via: "https://www.debugpoint.com/eurolinux-desktop-review/" +[#]: author: "Arindam https://www.debugpoint.com/author/admin1/" +[#]: collector: "lkxed" +[#]: translator: " " +[#]: reviewer: " " +[#]: publisher: " " +[#]: url: " " + +EuroLinux Desktop Review: A Worthy Alternative to Ubuntu LTS? +====== +A detailed review of EuroLinux Desktop – a desktop Linux OS from the EuroLinux team. + +EuroLinux is a Polish company which has been developing open-source server OS and solutions for almost a decade, mostly in the Europe market. The company is also known for its Linux server operating system (OS) based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). + +A couple of weeks back, the company introduced a desktop operating system based on RHEL – “EuroLinux Desktop”. + +Since few distros are available based on RHEL, I thought of giving it a spin and finding out how it is designed, its performance, etc. Moreover, the team markets the distro as *“combines the look and functionality of Windows® and macOS® with the reliability and security of a server-based Enterprise Linux distribution”.* + +EuroLinux desktop is free to download and install. However, you can buy the support if you are a small business owner or have other commercial needs. + +Let’s find out how it looks. + +### EuroLinux Desktop Review + +#### Installation and ISO Size + +The ISO of the EuroLinux desktop is whooping 7GB+ (version 9.0). The reason is that ISO pre-loads all the necessary packages and applications in the ISO for offline installation. It also serves the target users, institutions, and schools which may not have an active internet connection. + +EuroLinux uses the standard Anaconda installer used by most RHEL-based distros. The installation steps are simple and remain basic. + +While testing no major problems in the installation, which took around 7 to 8 minutes of total time. + +#### The first look + +![EuroLinux Desktop 9.0][1] + +Since the EuroLinux desktop is based on RHEL, it follows the RHEL release cycle. The current version which I am reviewing is version 9.0, based on RHEL 9.0 – which features a standard GNOME desktop. + +Since RHEL is a little conservative regarding the latest package adoption for its critical servers and workstations use cases, you get the GNOME 40 with Linux Kernel 5.14 in the EuroLinux Desktop 9.0. + +So, at first look, you experience a nice and clean GNOME 40 desktop with some additional customization. + +The customizations on stock GNOME comes via pre-installed and enabled extensions. + +The dash to Panel and Desktop Icons are the two major ones. Dash to Panel gives you a bottom transparent panel with a customized tray. The tray includes the Calendar, date/time, indicators (battery, network and night mode) and quick settings. + +![Installed extensions by default][2] + +At the extreme left, the application menu launches the full-screen app view of the GNOME desktop. + +The default theme is Adwaita, and the only change you can experience is the Papirus icon theme. + +#### Applications, necessary functionalities + +Essential applications are pre-loaded. At least those are necessary for a basic functioning system. + +For example, the LibreOffice suite is fully installed. The Firefox ESR is the default web browser – which is a good choice considering the long-term support of more than five years. + +In addition, a text editor, image viewer, screenshot tool, and video player are all included in the default installation. + +There is little distinction on how to install the Software in EuroLinux. EuroLinux has its repo pre-configured from its servers. This is obvious, considering its creator is an organization. + +So, by default, you get the following repos. + +The Software app works as it should. You can easily search, install or uninstall any application using its GUI. + +![Software repos][3] + +#### Performance + +The performance is excellent, thanks to the RHEL base. In an idle state, GNOME Shell uses most of the system resources, including CPU and RAM. It clocks 7 to 14% CPU with 1.6GB of RAM. + +EuroLinux 9.0 uses 7.3 GB disk space for a default installation. + +If I compare this performance to [Ubuntu 22.04 LTS][4], it is indeed a very little higher (1.4 GB and 6% CPU) at idle. + +I believe this tiny variance is due to GNOME 42’s recent performance improvements in mutter and Shell. + +![EuroLinux performance at idle][5] + +#### Comparison with Ubuntu LTS, Rocky and AlmaLinux + +Fundamentally there are differences in how Ubuntu and RedHat-based distros are derived, i.e. Debian vs Fedora. And the package management system. + +At a high level, you get the same years of support and security updates in both distros. In fact, EuroLinux provides more extended support until one version retires. + +If you compare the distro from the fundamental usage standpoint, you may not know much of a difference at the surface. The only noticeable difference is the GNOME and Kernel versions. Ubuntu LTS versions are a little faster to adopt the latest GNOME and Kernel versions than RedHat (or EuroLinux). + +The other difference is that the package manager is dnf in EuroLinux and apt in Ubuntu. + +However, two other RHEL-based distros are available today (the most popular ones). They are Alma Linux and Rocky Linux. Both of them are precisely identical to EuroLinux except for the underlying software sources. + +But both are relatively new in the field (born after the [CentOS event][6]) two/three years back. Whereas, EuroLinux (as a server) has been in the field for nearly a decade. + +Also, the Rocky Linux is probably the only advantage of all, which is truly a community-driven project. And Alma Linux is actually a product from CloudLinux Inc & EuroLinux is from EuroLinux Sp. z o.o. + +So, if you want a true community-based Ubuntu-LTS alternative, then perhaps Rocky Linux is the one. + +### Should you use it for a daily driver? + +I believe you can safely use this for your daily use. + +Remember that you may not get the latest and greatest shiny GNOME & mainline Kernel right away. But hey, older packages are “proven” to work. + +If you need a stable desktop your average use for 5+ years without worrying about sudden crashing, boot problems, grub problems, slowness, etc. – then it’s ideal for you. + +Also, it’s perfect for you if you don’t like how Ubuntu is heading – forcing snap, other aspects and want to switch to a stable distro. + +The only trade-off now is the latest GNOME 43 vs the older GNOME 40. And you can always install the latest mainline kernel if you are an advanced user. + +### Wrapping Up + +After my day-long test, it performed exactly what was expected. No crashes or any weird errors. The distro looks and performs at par with a professional Linux operating system. You can safely install it on your Laptops and desktops for day-to-day usage. Technically you can not use the actual RedHat Linux without registration and a license. Hence, this distro could be ideal who wants Ubuntu-LTS-like stability for 5+ years besides Rocky Linux. + +Give it a try from the [official website][7]. + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: https://www.debugpoint.com/eurolinux-desktop-review/ + +作者：[Arindam][a] +选题：[lkxed][b] +译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创编译，[Linux中国](https://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[a]: https://www.debugpoint.com/author/admin1/ +[b]: https://github.com/lkxed +[1]: https://www.debugpoint.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/EuroLinux-Desktop-9.0.jpg +[2]: https://www.debugpoint.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Installed-extensions-by-default.jpg +[3]: https://www.debugpoint.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Software-repos.jpg +[4]: https://www.debugpoint.com/ubuntu-22-04-review/ +[5]: https://www.debugpoint.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/EuroLinux-performance-at-idle.jpg +[6]: https://www.debugpoint.com/centos-stream-announcement/ +[7]: https://en.euro-linux.com/eurolinux/desktop/