GhostBSD
GhostBSD is a desktop-oriented operating system designed for ease of use and stability. Based on the robust FreeBSD kernel, it inherits a strong foundation known for its security and performance.
Streamlined Desktop Environment:
GhostBSD prioritizes user-friendliness. It provides a pre-configured graphical user interface (GUI) and a desktop environment, eliminating the need for manual setup. This allows users to start working immediately, without the complexities of command-line configuration.
Effortless Software Management:
GhostBSD boasts a user-friendly package manager, simplifying the process of installing, updating, and removing applications.
Multimedia Ready Out-of-the-Box:
Enjoy seamless multimedia playback from the get-go. GhostBSD comes pre-installed with essential codecs, ensuring a smooth audio and video experience.
Historical Context: TrueOS Integration
In its earlier iterations (from May 2018 to 2020), GhostBSD leveraged TrueOS as its base. TrueOS, another user-friendly FreeBSD derivative, aimed to bridge the gap for desktop users transitioning from Linux. Following the discontinuation of TrueOS, GhostBSD transitioned back to FreeBSD, ensuring its continued development and a familiar foundation for its users.
Type | BSD |
Status | Active |
Home Page | https://www.ghostbsd.org/ |
News and Updates | https://www.ghostbsd.org/news |
Page Hit Rank (rank/views) | 69(1 hits per month) |
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Other stories on GhostBSD
- GhostBSD is switching base system from FreeBSD to TrueOS
- GhostBSD 24.07.1 Release: New Features, Enhancements, and Changes
- GhostBSD 24.04.1 Released: Enhancing Stability and Performance
- GhostBSD 24.01.1 has been released with FreeBSD 14.0-STABLE base
- GhostBSD 23.10.1 released
- GhostBSD 22.01.12 ISO released
- GhostBSD 21.11.24 released
- GhostBSD 21.09.06 ISO images are available now
- GhostBSD 20.04 released
- GhostBSD 20.01 released
- GhostBSD 19.10 released with UEFI boot improvements
- GhostBSD 19.09 released with TrueOS STABLE base
- GhostBSD 18.10 released with the TrueOS base
- GhostBSD 18.10 RC1 released with TrueOS base
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