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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. | ||
= Overview = | |||
* '''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''' draws software from its own independent repositories. These repositories also contain software packages not provided by Arch. | |||
* '''Manjaro''' provides its own distribution-specific tools such as the Manjaro Hardware Detection (MHWD) utility, and the Manjaro Settings Manager (MSM). | |||
* '''Manjaro''' has numerous subtle differences in how it works when compared to Arch. | |||
A more detailed outline of these differences has been provided below. | |||
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* '''Stable''': Usually about two weeks behind Arch, these are the default repositories used by Manjaro systems to provide updates and downloads to the general user base. | * '''Stable''': Usually about two weeks behind Arch, these are the default repositories used by Manjaro systems to provide updates and downloads to the general user base. | ||
A consequence of accommodating this testing process is that Manjaro will never be quite as bleeding-edge as Arch; software may be released to the stable repositories days, weeks, or potentially even months later. However, users who wish to access the very latest releases can still do so by enabling access to the | |||
A consequence of accommodating this testing process is that Manjaro will never be quite as bleeding-edge as Arch; software may be released to the stable repositories days, weeks, or potentially even months later. However, users who wish to access the very latest releases can still do so by enabling access to the Unstable Repository or the Testing Repository… at their own risk! | |||
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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 '''[[ | A '''[[Manjaro_Kernels|guide on how to manage kernels]]''' has been provided. | ||
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'''Manjaro Settings Manager (MSM)''' | '''Manjaro Settings Manager (MSM)''' | ||
This user-friendly application allows you to quickly and easily install new language packs and | 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. It will also automatically notify you of any updates available for installed language packs, too. | ||
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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! | ||
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=So, in Conclusion...= | |||
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. | |||
And of course, any enquires about the Manjaro operating system should be directed towards the Manjaro forums and Internet Relay Chat (IRC) channels alone! | |||
=See Also= | |||
* '''[[About Manjaro]]''' | |||
* '''[[Manjaro FAQ]]''' | |||
* '''[[The Rolling Release Development Model]] | |||
[[Category:Contents Page]] | |||
