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Description
Void Linux is an independent rolling distribution built around the XBPS package manager and runit service supervision. It supports glibc and musl variants, supplies base and Xfce live images and maintains continuously updated repositories independently of other distribution families.
Who is Void Linux for?
Void Linux is primarily suited to daily desktop use, study, web browsing and productivity; servers, virtual machines and self-hosted services; experienced Linux users who want detailed control over the system. Its rolling-release model delivers changes continuously, so regular updates and attention to project announcements are part of normal maintenance. This distribution is based on independent, which influences package formats, repositories and much of the available documentation. The listed desktop environment is Xfce or user selected; confirm its memory, graphics and accessibility requirements on the official project site. The best choice depends on hardware support, preferred software, update policy and the amount of system administration the user wants to perform.
Before installing
Read the release notes and installation guide before downloading. Select an image that matches the processor architecture and intended use: desktop, server, live media, virtual machine or another published edition. Test Wi-Fi, graphics, audio, storage and suspend from live media when that option is available. Back up important files before repartitioning, encryption changes or dual-boot installation. For production deployment, verify application compatibility, upgrade paths, backup restoration and the project security-support policy in a non-production environment first. Download from an official project page or mirror, compare the published SHA-256 checksum, and verify a signed checksum when the project provides one. After installation, apply updates before adding third-party repositories or drivers.
Advantages
- Offers installation or deployment options intended for server and infrastructure workloads.
- Continuously updated repositories provide newer software without periodic full-version migrations.
Limitations
- Frequent updates require regular maintenance and attention to project announcements.
- Installation or administration may require more Linux knowledge than beginner-focused systems.
- Its independent package ecosystem can have fewer third-party instructions than Debian-, Ubuntu- or Arch-based systems.
Distribution details
- System type
- linux_distribution
- Based on
- independent
- Desktop
- Xfce or user selected
- Updates
- Rolling release
- Categories
- desktop, server, advanced, rolling
Installation requirements
- Architectures
- x86_64i686aarch64armv7larmv6l
- Memory
- Not yet verified
- Storage
- Not yet verified
- Firmware
- Consult the installation guide
Memory and storage depend strongly on enabled services, workload, redundancy and retention. Size production systems from the official deployment documentation.
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After installing Void Linux
Six post-installation checks based on project documentation. Commands are examples for your own system, not an automatic installation script. Review your edition and current release notices first.
Update with XBPS
Run the update command in an authorized root shell. If XBPS updates itself, run it again to complete remaining updates.
Before you continue: Back up important files and review errors. Do not assume an interrupted transaction finished.
Read project documentation: Update with XBPSxbps-install -SuPlan service restarts
XBPS does not automatically restart updated services. Arrange necessary restarts or a maintenance reboot after reviewing the affected workload.
Read project documentation: Plan service restartsUse Void service documentation
Void uses runit. Read its service-management guide rather than copying systemctl instructions from another distribution.
Read project documentation: Use Void service documentationInspect package metadata
Use xbps-query to inspect installed or repository packages before installing software.
Read project documentation: Inspect package metadataKeep boot space available
The handbook identifies a full /boot as a possible cause of boot failures after updates. Check available space and follow the kernel guide before removing anything.
Before you continue: Do not remove the only known-working kernel or its boot files.
Read project documentation: Keep boot space availableKeep recovery material available
IsosLinux precaution: maintain an independent backup and installation media before major rolling updates. Check project news when returning after a long period without updates.
Read project documentation: Keep recovery material available