Arch Linux · Budgie Desktop · Rolling Release · MIT License

A minimal desktop,
ready from first boot.

KibaOS is a general-purpose operating system for people switching to simple. Zero tedious manual configuration, plain-language software management, and a full-screen Windows subsystem built in for essential applications.

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4 GB Minimum RAM requirement
Super + K Windows workspace toggle
Rolling Silent continuous updates
100% Free Open source · No telemetry
Architecture

Everything needed, nothing extraneous.

Carefully assembled on top of Arch Linux and Budgie to provide immediate day-one utility without configuration fatigue.

[01] Subsystem

Linux Subsystem for Windows (LSW)

Run Windows applications full-screen directly from KibaOS. Zero dual-boot partitioning, zero license key friction, and zero extra hardware needed. Toggle instantly with Super + K.

Workspace 1: Linux Native
Runs lightweight Budgie desktop environment with native Linux apps, browser, shell utilities, and low memory consumption.
Workspace 2: Windows Subsystem (LSW)
Dedicated isolated environment configured on first call. Runs desktop productivity software without requiring manual ISO mounting.
[02] Package Management

kibapkg

Natural-language app management without memorizing obscure flags or commands.

kiba $ kibapkg install firefox
> Resolving package in verified repos...
> Installed Firefox Web Browser.
> Ready in Budgie Application Menu.
[03] Guided Setup

Calamares Installer

Asks one clear question at a time. Plain-language summaries explain every partition change before any bytes are written to disk.

1. Boot Live USB — test hardware compatibility without touching drive
2. Select drive — automatic partition recommendations
3. Confirm changes — installation completes in minutes
[04] Maintenance

Continuous Rolling Release

Built on Arch Linux, updates apply incrementally in the background. No disruptive yearly major version reinstalls or forced reboot popups.

Foundation: Arch Linux x86_64
Desktop: Budgie 10.9 (Wayland)
Display Manager: LightDM / Plymouth boot
Compatibility

Hardware specifications

Engineered for modest resource consumption, ensuring responsiveness on older laptops and modern systems alike.

Component Minimum Requirement Recommended
Memory (RAM) 4 GB RAM 8 GB+ for LSW workloads
Storage 64 GB free disk space 128 GB+ Solid State Drive
Firmware UEFI 64-bit UEFI with Secure Boot configurable
Processor x86_64 Intel or AMD Dual-core 2.0 GHz or higher
Graphics Standard VGA / Intel HD Hardware-accelerated GPU
License MIT License Open source build scripts

Download KibaOS ISO

Boot directly from a USB drive to test your display, Wi-Fi, and sound before making any changes to your computer.

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Organization

Kiba Labs

Developed by Kiba Labs, focused on accessible, predictable desktop computing.

Remi Mixo
Core Maintainer
Christopher Fricks
Systems Engineer
Joseph Daniels
Distribution & QA
Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions

KibaOS is built on Arch Linux and uses the Budgie desktop environment. It operates on a rolling release cadence, keeping software up to date without requiring destructive OS reinstalls.
LSW runs a hardware-accelerated, full-screen Windows environment inside an isolated workspace. You can switch between your Linux desktop and your Windows tools at any moment by pressing Super + K.
Yes. Flashing the ISO to a USB flash drive allows you to boot into a fully functioning live session. No changes are written to your computer until you explicitly launch and confirm the Calamares installer.
A 64-bit x86 processor with UEFI support, at least 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of free storage. 8 GB of RAM is recommended if you frequently run intensive Windows applications inside LSW.
Yes. The distribution build scripts and configuration files are released under the MIT License. There are no fees, ads, or telemetry tracking.