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Bluefin

Next-gen Linux workstation focusing on sustainable design, reliability, and power, delivers Chromebook-like ease, GNOME desktop, image-based updating, Flathub application access, GPU drivers, near-zero maintenance, container workflows, developer tools, and cloud-native support.

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  • Linux
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  1.  Privacy focused

Features

  1.  Flatpak
  2.  Based on Fedora
  3.  Cloud-native integration platform
  4.  Ad-free
  5.  Rolling Release
  6.  No registration required
  7.  Dark Mode
  8.  Works Offline
  9.  No Tracking
  10.  Homebrew
  11.  Support for Nvidia drivers

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  • Mainstream OS icon
    SudoVanilla added Bluefin as alternative to Mainstream OS
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    snowbirdcrossing added Bluefin as alternative to RakuOS
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    POX added Bluefin as alternative to Shadowfetch Linux
  • Begenmedikler1m liked Bluefin
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    lamjed001 added Bluefin as alternative to XeroLinux
  • brodertotte88 liked Bluefin
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    VolodiaKraplich added Bluefin as alternative to PrismLinux
  • Mimolet reviewed Bluefin  

    For me Bluefin is an almost-perfect experience if you want to get into the Linux world - auto updates that don't bother you, simple application installation and homebrew out of the box !

    I also installed it for my parents, and except a few printer issues that aren't Bluefin's fault, it's just perfect !

  • Mimolet added Rolling Release as a feature to Bluefin

Comments and Reviews

   
Top Positive Comment
Mimolet
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For me Bluefin is an almost-perfect experience if you want to get into the Linux world - auto updates that don't bother you, simple application installation and homebrew out of the box !

I also installed it for my parents, and except a few printer issues that aren't Bluefin's fault, it's just perfect !

Top Negative Comment
z0x8m3mg
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Too restrictive, rpm-ostree is missing many packages from dnf, and minor version conflicts fully prevent packages from installing. Distrobox is not a complete substitute.

Mimolet

not only is rpm-ostree not recommended, but thinking like this is also missing the point of Bluefin entirely - the main way of getting software is through Flatpaks (for gui apps) or Homebrew (for cli software)

Tarfz
2

It's well-built for developers and that means it comes pre-configured to meet any developer's requirement. But if that's not enough, You can always install any application you want from Flatpak. And, If that's also not enough, You can try distrobox in order to access many Linux environments.

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What is Bluefin?

The next generation Linux workstation, designed for reliability, performance, and sustainability.

Bluefin is an operating system for your computer. The best of both worlds: the reliability and ease of use of a Chromebook, with the power of a GNOME desktop.

  • Applications by Flathub
  • Near-zero maintenance
  • Included GPU drivers

Featuring automatic image-based updates and a simple graphical application store, Bluefin is designed to get out of your way. Get what you want without sacrificing system stability. The Linux client has evolved, a clean start for the next generation.

Bluefin comes with an optional “developer mode” that transforms your device into a powerful workstation. It features container-focused workflows to get you started depending on where you're coming from, or bring your own. Wield the industry's leading tools at your fingertips.

  • Visual Studio Code with devcontainers
  • Container centric terminal
  • Devpod for developer environments as code
  • Homebrew on-tap

The inclusion of a container runtime unlocks your team's potential. Use the same tools that power modern internet infrastructure on your desktop. Bluefin knows how to ship to production.

We target Linux operators who don't use Linux on the desktop because it has failed them. So we're taking the Linux desktop through its cloud-native journey and building it as a community.

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  •  2,599 Stars
  •  260 Forks
  •  67 Open Issues
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