Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is Besgnulinux?

It is a computer operating system based on Debian stable and developed to revive old computers and appeal to new users, with a JWM window manager.

What is the purpose of a lightweight distribution?

To bring old computers back to life with a session that does not use too many resources.

In this way, the old computer can either use it itself or offer it to those who are economically weak, depending on the owner's preference. Because thanks to the lightweight session, the old computer can actually make many people smile.

What do you mean by a lightweight session?

It means something that doesn't use a lot of resources but can do everything that is required of an operating system.

What kind of processes does it go through to make it a lightweight session?

Software that does not use too many resources but does its job well is added.

If there is no software with the desired efficiency, it is tried to be re-done.

As much as possible, elements that do not run in the background are preferred.

Instead of the desktop, the lighter window manager manages the system.

Leaking tools are tracked and removed from the system.

It is ensured that the user has more control.

As a result of the studies, care is taken not to exceed 250 MB of memory usage when the system is idle. However, as software develops, memory usage generally increases, so this situation may change in the process.

How many people are developing Besgnulinux?

I started in 2017, I am still working on developing it as a single person.

There were many applications to join, but although being a software developer and making distributions are related, they are very different. If there is someone who loves GNU/Linux, is a software developer and is talented in this field, I would of course gladly accept them.

Do you have your own repository?

No, but it's not really necessary, the Debian repository is fine.

Do you have a forum?

No, but the link below and this site can be used for problems, suggestions and solutions regarding Besgnulinux.

https://sourceforge.net/projects/besgnulinux/support

https://sourceforge.net/p/besgnulinux/tickets

What is the main window manager of Besgnulinux?

The main window manager of Besgnulinux is JWM. However, Openbox and Icewm may also be included over time depending on demand.

Why is Brave the default instead of Firefox?

Brave browser uses around thirty percent less resources and is as useful as Firefox. For example, Firefox uses 700MB of memory on pages where Brave uses 500MB. Brave also emphasizes open source and security. As long as this average does not change, Brave will continue to be the default.

Why do you use Blogspot?

It requires a certain amount of cost to open a private site and develop the distribution. It is more attractive to run this business without the need for help from people. This is the main site of Besgnulinux https://sourceforge.net/projects/besgnulinux/. Blogspot is used as an external sharing site.