FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NodeOS

NodeOS is an operating system build entirely in Javascript and managed by npm. Any package in npm is a NodeOS package, which at last count was 301,660 packages. The goal of NodeOS is to provide just enough to let npm provide the rest. Since anyone can contribute to it, anyone can create NodeOS packages.

Why does NodeOS dont have a GUI yet?

Currently NodeOS is in Pre-Alpha state (see Alpha Roadmap) we need to check every box on there to get to the Alpha and after this we need to finish all tasks for the Beta (see Beta Roadmap). We're working as fast as we can, but some of us are working full time at other Jobs. We hope you can understand that we're no magicians. It's basicly like building a House, first you need a stable platform for placing your bricks and after that you can put a Roof on it. But, if you want to create (or dedicate you for) a GUI for NodeOS feel free to Contribute!

I want to use the NodeOS Logo for a Blog post (or similiar)

You can freely use them for non-profit purposses just by giving attribution to the authors. Third party files are stored mostly for documental and historic purposses under the concept of "fair use", if not stated otherwise you should contact the original authors asking for permission to use them beyond personal use.

NodeOS Media

I get a error during the Build Process

First you should check out our Troubleshooting site, to see if you get a error listed in there and if you get a new error that never happened to anyone before you can open a Issue right here. But please search for this Issue before you post it and follow the Contributing Guidelines.

I have a freakin' cool idea for NodeOS!!1!

That's great! Let us know by creating a Issue on this Page. But please follow the Contributing Guidelines!