What is TUXEDO OS? Who it is for
TUXEDO OS is built on Ubuntu. It uses KDE Plasma as its desktop and apt for software, and it follows long-term releases that stay supported for years.
TUXEDO OS at a glance
- Foundation: built on Ubuntu
- Desktop: KDE Plasma
- Software tools: apt
- Release style: long-term releases that stay supported for years
- Installer: a graphical installer
Who TUXEDO OS suits
TUXEDO OS suits people who want a polished KDE system tuned for TUXEDO laptops and other computers.
Strengths
- A gentle learning curve, with everyday tasks handled through graphical tools.
- The KDE Plasma desktop, with a great deal of customisation built in.
- Changes arrive slowly and are tested first, so the system rarely surprises you.
Things to consider
- Stability means some software is not the very newest version.
- As a rough guide, about 4 GB of RAM is a comfortable minimum for a desktop session.
Try TUXEDO OS from a USB drive
The easiest way to find out is to start it from a USB drive without changing your computer. See the TUXEDO OS bootable USB drive, then follow our install guide when you are ready. New to this? Read how to try Linux without installing it and how to boot from a USB drive.
Installing software on TUXEDO OS
TUXEDO OS uses apt. These commands search for a program and install it (replace name with the program):
apt search name sudo apt install name
Most desktop systems also have a graphical software store. See how to install software on Linux.
Frequently asked questions
Is TUXEDO OS good for beginners?
Yes. TUXEDO OS is one of the more beginner-friendly choices.
What desktop does TUXEDO OS use?
TUXEDO OS uses KDE Plasma. To learn how desktops differ, read what GNOME, KDE, Xfce and Cinnamon are.
How much RAM does TUXEDO OS need?
As a rough guide, about 4 GB of RAM is a comfortable minimum for a desktop session.
Is TUXEDO OS based on another distribution?
TUXEDO OS is built on Ubuntu.
How often is TUXEDO OS updated?
TUXEDO OS follows long-term releases that stay supported for years.
How can I try TUXEDO OS without installing it?
Write it to a USB drive, restart, choose the drive from the boot menu and pick the live or try option. Nothing on your internal disk changes unless you choose to install.