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Although Manjaro is Arch-based and Arch compatible, '''it is not Arch'''. As such, far from being just an easy-to-install or pre-configured version of Arch, Manjaro is actually a very different kind of beast.

Although Manjaro is Arch-based and Arch compatible, '''it is not Arch'''. As such, far from being just an easy-to-install or pre-configured version of Arch, Manjaro is actually a very different kind of beast.

In fact, the differences between Manjaro and Arch are far greater than the differences between the popular Ubuntu distribution and its many derivatives, including Mint and Zorin. To help provide a clearer understanding of Manjaro, a few of its main features have been outlined.

In fact, the differences between Manjaro and Arch are far greater than the differences between the popular Ubuntu distribution and its many derivatives, including Mint and Zorin. To help provide a clearer understanding of Manjaro, a few of its main features have been outlined.

* '''Manjaro''' is developed independently from Arch, and by a completely different team.

* '''Manjaro''' is developed independently from Arch, and by a completely different team.

* '''Manjaro''' is designed to be accessible to newcomers, while Arch is aimed at experienced users.

* '''Manjaro''' is designed to be accessible to newcomers, while Arch is aimed at experienced users.

* '''Manjaro''' has numerous subtle differences in how it works when compared to Arch.

* '''Manjaro''' has numerous subtle differences in how it works when compared to Arch.

A more detailed outline of these differences has been provided below.

A more detailed outline of these differences has been provided below.

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To ensure continued stability and reliability, Manjaro utilises its own dedicated software repositories. With the exception of the community-maintained Arch User Repository (AUR), Manjaro systems do not access the official Arch repositories.

To ensure continued stability and reliability, Manjaro utilises its own dedicated software repositories. With the exception of the community-maintained Arch User Repository (AUR), Manjaro systems do not access the official Arch repositories.

====Stable branch====

====Stable branch====

Stable branch is snapped from '''testing''' approximately two weeks after the sync from Arch stable repositories. The packages on stable branch are the default repositories used by Manjaro systems to provide updates and downloads to the general user base.

Stable branch is snapped from '''testing''' approximately two weeks after the sync from Arch stable repositories. The packages on stable branch are the default repositories used by Manjaro systems to provide updates and downloads to the general user base.

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Another feature that sets Manjaro apart from Arch and other Arch-based distributions is its focus on tools to ease the general system maintenance. This extends far beyond just providing an easy graphical installer and pre-configured desktop environments. Manjaro also provides a range of powerful tools developed exclusively by the Manjaro Team.</translate>

Another feature that sets Manjaro apart from Arch and other Arch-based distributions is its focus on tools to ease the general system maintenance. This extends far beyond just providing an easy graphical installer and pre-configured desktop environments. Manjaro also provides a range of powerful tools developed exclusively by the Manjaro Team.</translate>

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The '''mhwd''' command enables the automatic detection and configuration of your hardware for you, usually undertaken during the installation process. This includes support for hybrid graphics cards, as well as setting everything up such as module dependencies for Virtualbox virtual machine installations; however, it can also be used by users with limited technical knowledge to easily undertake this task for themselves.

The '''mhwd''' command enables the automatic detection and configuration of your hardware for you, usually undertaken during the installation process. This includes support for hybrid graphics cards, as well as setting everything up such as module dependencies for Virtualbox virtual machine installations; however, it can also be used by users with limited technical knowledge to easily undertake this task for themselves.

A '''[[Configure_Graphics_Cards|guide on how to manually configure graphics cards]]''' has been provided.

A '''[[Configure_Graphics_Cards|guide on how to manually configure graphics cards]]''' has been provided.

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While automatic support for the use of multiple kernels is a defining feature of Manjaro, the '''mhwd-kernel''' command also empowers users with no technical knowledge to easily manage them as well. This includes automatically updating any newly installed kernels with any modules being used, such as those required to run Manjaro within Virtualbox.

While automatic support for the use of multiple kernels is a defining feature of Manjaro, the '''mhwd-kernel''' command also empowers users with no technical knowledge to easily manage them as well. This includes automatically updating any newly installed kernels with any modules being used, such as those required to run Manjaro within Virtualbox.

A '''[[Manjaro_Kernels|guide on how to manage kernels]]''' has been provided.

A '''[[Manjaro_Kernels|guide on how to manage kernels]]''' has been provided.

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This user-friendly application allows you to quickly and easily manage user accounts, install new language packs, and even switch your system's default language and keyboard layout on-the-fly. '''msm''' will also automatically notify you of any updates available for installed language packs, too.

This user-friendly application allows you to quickly and easily manage user accounts, install new language packs, and even switch your system's default language and keyboard layout on-the-fly. '''msm''' will also automatically notify you of any updates available for installed language packs, too.

Recently new features were added such as easy ways to choose and install between multiple kernels and drivers for your graphics card.

Recently new features were added such as easy ways to choose and install between multiple kernels and drivers for your graphics card.

Please look here for more detailed explanations about [[Manjaro Settings Manager|Manjaro Settings Manager]].

Please look here for more detailed explanations about [[Manjaro Settings Manager|Manjaro Settings Manager]].

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Exclusively developed by the Manjaro Team, this intuitive application allows you to easily search for, install, remove, and update software applications and packages. '''pamac''' will also automatically notify you of any updates; keep your system up-to-date with just a single click!

Exclusively developed by the Manjaro Team, this intuitive application allows you to easily search for, install, remove, and update software applications and packages. '''pamac''' will also automatically notify you of any updates; keep your system up-to-date with just a single click!

There are more detailed explanations available for [[Pamac|Pamac Package Manager]].

There are more detailed explanations available for [[Pamac|Pamac Package Manager]].

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Manjaro is definitely a beast, but a very different kind of beast than Arch. '''Fast, powerful, and always up to date''', Manjaro provides all the benefits of an Arch operating system, but with an especial emphasis on '''stability, user-friendliness and accessibility''' for newcomers and experienced users alike.

Manjaro is definitely a beast, but a very different kind of beast than Arch. '''Fast, powerful, and always up to date''', Manjaro provides all the benefits of an Arch operating system, but with an especial emphasis on '''stability, user-friendliness and accessibility''' for newcomers and experienced users alike.

Any enquires about the Manjaro operating system should therefore be directed towards the '''[[Manjaro Forums|Manjaro Forum]]''' or '''[https://t.me/manjaro_official Manjaro Telegram]''' in order to receive the best help and support possible. '''All are welcome!'''

Any enquires about the Manjaro operating system should therefore be directed towards the '''[[Manjaro Forums|Manjaro Forum]]''' or '''[https://t.me/manjaro_official Manjaro Telegram]''' in order to receive the best help and support possible. '''All are welcome!'''

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* [[About Manjaro|About Manjaro]]

* [[About Manjaro|About Manjaro]]

* [[Manjaro FAQ|Manjaro FAQ]]

* [[Manjaro FAQ|Manjaro FAQ]]