Note: We do not have a mailing list. If you would like to receive email notifications of issues, please watch this repository, go to your GitHub account settings, click the notification center tab, and check the box under the 'Watching' header marked 'Email'. ####Download The Latest 64-Bit ISO ####Torrent ####Support us on Patreon ####Welcome to Apricity OS, a modern, intuitive operating system for the cloud generation of computing.
#####Compatibility It is possible to use many Windows programs and games on Apricity OS using Wine and PlayOnLinux. This helps ease the transition of switching from Windows to Apricity OS and helps you maintain the same workflow you used on another operating system.
#####HiDPI As an operating system for the modern day, Apricity OS has excellent hidpi compatibility. This means that Apricity OS, unlike many other operating systems, can be used on “Retina” style displays with a minimum of scaling issues.
#####Installed Applications Apricity OS comes with a number of applications designed to create a more useful environment for both work and play, including LibreOffice, Totem, Gnome Photos, Gnome Music, Gnome Calendar, and Steam.
#####Staying Connected Staying connected between your devices can be tedious work, but Apricity OS comes with Pushbullet, a tool that lets you send links and small files between your devices, and lets you receive mobile notifications, texts, and phone calls across all your devices.
#####Terminal Apricity OS utilizes Liquid Prompt, an adaptive bash prompt that makes your terminal more informative and beautiful.
#####Collaboration Syncthing allows you to share large amounts data across multiple platforms allowing to be as connected as possible. Syncthing can transfer large files even faster than cloud based alternatives. Furthermore, your files and personal information are stored only on local devices, not in the cloud, and are encrypted along every step in the file transfer process.
#####Updates Because Apricity OS is based on Archlinux, it follows a rolling release cycle. This, when combined with the graphical Pamac package manager, ensures that you always have the most up to date packages. This also helps minimize security risks.
#####Backup SBackup, is one of the easiest ways to back up your computer. While remaining simple and easy to use, it has many notable features which makes it stand apart from the competition. SBackup is able to create both compressed and uncompressed backups, able to split uncompressed backups into multiple parts, supports scheduled backups and manual backups, can back up files to both local and remote destinations, and has a variety of advanced options such as logging, and email notification.
#####Security Apricity OS keeps your information safe through the use of Uncomplicated Firewall (UFW). UFW was created to be an intuitive firewall that is ready out of the box with default set of rules that serve the needs of the basic computer user. UFW also can be customized to suit the needs of the user.
#####Our Philosophy Here at Apricity, we believe that digital computing is an integral part of our daily lives today, and thus must remain open and accessible. This is why Apricity OS is, and always will be, 100% free.
#####Installation Instructions After downloading Apricity OS, you may check the ISO's integrity using the appropriate md5sum listed above the download link. This can be done using the command 'md5sum /path/to/the/apricity/os/iso'. Afterwards, we recommend that you write the ISO to a flash drive using Gnome Disk Utility (Linux), this tutorial (Mac OS X), or Win32 Disk Imager (Windows). When using Win32 Disk Imager, you may need to select '.' instead of '*.img' when picking the Apricity OS .iso file. Before doing anything else, we strongly recommend that you make a backup of any important files as data loss is always possible when adjusting partitions on a storage device. After this, if you are on a PC, we recommend that you enable Legacy Boot in the BIOS of your machine. Instructions on entering the BIOS vary from device to device, but generally one must press a particular function key, often F12, while the device is showing its splash screen. Keep in mind that some devices, especially older ones, have Legacy Boot enabled by default. If you are able to boot from Legacy Boot devices, find the entry for the flash drive in your device's list of possible boot devices that is not labled with UEFI. If you cannot enable Legacy Boot and are forced to select the entry for the flash drive labled with UEFI, we strongly recommend that you select Gummiboot as your bootloader, especially if you are using the advanced partitioning mode. Once your computer has booted to the Apricity OS installer, you may proceed by following the on-screen instructions. Before clicking 'Install It', it is recommended that you check that your internet connection is strong in Chrome. If you are on a Mac, you may boot from the flash drive by rebooting your computer, then waiting until after the reboot chime to press and hold the "Option" key. Note that the flash drive may be incorrectly labeled as "Windows". Once the flash drive has booted, you may follow the on-screen instructions. Again, before clicking 'Install It', it is recommended that you check that your internet connection is strong in Chrome. When installing Apricity OS on a Mac, we strongly recommend that you select Gummiboot as your bootloader, especially if you are using the advanced partitioning mode. Please keep in mind that encrypted partitions are an unstable feature; encrypt partitions at your own risk. If you have any problems at any point while following these instructions, don't hesitate to post your questions or comments on the forum. Otherwise, feel free to share your love for Apricity OS on our forum.