1. What is Ariser?
Ariser brings a fresh perspective to Arch Linux installations with its two key offerings: the ALIS (Arch Linux Install Script) for a smooth, pre-configured setup, and the Ariser ISO, a custom Arch Linux ISO that impresses with its rapid installation time of just 129 seconds, equipped with the Xfce4 desktop environment.
2. Who benefits from Ariser?
Ariser is crafted for the Linux enthusiast, perfect for both novices and experts in Arch Linux. It’s ideal for anyone eager to customize their Linux setup effortlessly.
3. When is Ariser most useful?
Ariser proves invaluable when you need an efficient Arch Linux installation, whether you’re configuring a new system or tailoring an existing one to your specifications.
4. Where can you learn more about Ariser?
To delve into all that Ariser has to offer, visit our website, your portal to simplifying your Linux installation process.
5. Why choose Ariser?
Ariser is the top choice for those venturing into Arch Linux due to its emphasis on easing the installation process and providing unparalleled customization opportunities. It combines convenience with the latest in technology to ensure your setup is both advanced and personalized.
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Most of these screenshot are taken from untouched systems. These are the default Arch Linux packages.ARISER LOOK FEBRUARY 2024XFCE4SIERRA LOOK FEBRUARY 2024KDE/PLASMABSPWMLXDEi3 + Linux hardenedGNOMEBUDGIEBTRFS + PLASMABTRFS + XFCE4REISERFS + PLASMAF2FS + PLASMAXFS...
1 Introduction to the ALIS project
https://picodotdev.github.io/alis/AA or now ARISERstands forArch + ALIS Introduction to a New Project: Introduces Alis, an Arch Linux install script developed by "Pico", emphasizing its fast, automated, and customizable installation process. Alis as a Learning...
2 Creation of our own ALIS github
We go get the code from the official website. git clone https://github.com/picodotdev/alis/ We change the name so we know that is the official code and we stay off. We only go in there to do a git pull and check the new code. You can use tools like gitahead or...
3 Creation of our own Ariser github – ArchLinux + ALIS
We will now create a new github project called ARISER (AA). AA stands or Arch and Alis. We did a name change from AA to ARISER. Remember that when you watch the videos. We separate the creation the Arch Linux iso from the Alis project. In the future we can add...
4 Configuration of ALIS
Configuring can be an endless source of fun (or frustration). We read the alis.conf together and explain the lines. Then we compare my code with the official code and you will see I had to edit and figure out quite a bit. So will you. You need to fill in the...
5 Building the iso
Dev stands for Development. We will show you how easy it is to build an iso. We are using the archiso package and all the Arch Linux packages. We show you the content of the build folder - it will contain /etc/dev-rel and our nanorc. The tutorial progresses to the...
6 Installing the Ariser iso
We decided to install the AA (now renamed to Ariser) ISO in Vmware workstation. The script to install Vmware is on https://github.com/erikdubois/arcolinux-nemesis. We check the settings and mount the iso. There are settings in Vmware to set your iso to be the first...
7 How to edit files in the live environment – procedure
BTRFS + PLASMABTRFS + XFCE4In the live environment we decided to use BTRFS instead of EXT4. Then we run ./alis.sh and wait. Introduction to booting up the AA ISO, now renamed to Ariser, showcasing the integration of Arch Linux with ALIS, and highlighting the...
8 Installing Cinnamon on EXT4 on Qemu
Let us install Cinnamon. We change our project locally and push it to github when finished. On the iso we get the new code in and follow the installation procedure: 1. change your keyboard if needed2. navigate to /alis or /alis-dev3. run ./start.sh4. stop the...
9 Installing Lxde with Linux-lts kernel
Let us install LXDE with a Linux Lts kernel. We change our project locally and push it to github when finished. On the iso we get the new code in and follow the installation procedure: 1. change your keyboard if needed2. navigate to /alis or /alis-dev3. run...
10 From time to time you will need to compare your code with the new code from the ALIS project
The ALIS project will evolve over time - in these few days Budgie and Bspwm have been added for example.We will maintain this project only periodically. Our main attention goes to ArcoLinux. So from time to time you do a git pull in the folder of the ALIS project....
11 How to add other desktops to the AA – our example is Dusk
Adding more and more desktops or application to the ALIS project is super simple. Follow the tutorial and you will quickly get the procedure to follow. You can add as many desktops and as many applications as you want.- Added the Dusk desktop environment but...
12 How to create your own personal iso – area iso as example – plasma
This project is worthy of your attention. It took me 60 minutes to create my personal iso from Ariser and Sierra. Choose ... what formatting system swap or not and how many display manager desktop and so much more Check out the menu BYOI or build your own iso at...
13 How to create an encrypted system
The Alis scripts let you choose if you want encryption or not. It will encrypt your root partition and home partition with luks2.In the context of Arch Linux, LUKS2 (Linux Unified Key Setup 2) refers to the second version of the standard for hard disk encryption....
14 How to create an Efi – Btrfs – Encrypted – Systemd-boot system
A user on Telegram asked the following question Can I have a EFI system with systemd-boot and BTRFS partitioning with encryption? The more complex your wishes are ... the more likely the Linux installers can not accomodate you. So rely on the ALIS scripts. Here is...
15 Updating the Area iso – a year has passed since we created this educational project
We decided to switch from Plasma to Cinnamon This summary outlines the development and customization process of the Ariser project, highlighting its versatility and user-controlled customization through different iterations like Sierra and Area. The process...