Welcome to VectorLinux¶
Introduction¶
Speed, performance, stability – these are attributes that set VectorLinux apart in the crowded field of Linux distributions. There are five editions to choose from. At the links below you will find information about the VL Edition best suited to your needs:
To download any version other than the Deluxe Edition please visit our download page. To obtain the VL Deluxe Edition please visit our CD Store.
Installation is quick and easy, and the end result is a system that caters to ‘newbies’ and Linux-gurus alike. In addition, VL provides a clean, powerful base for experts to tweak, and is an excellent distro for users who are keen to learn what goes on ‘behind the scenes’ of their operating system.
Documentation Manuals¶
- 1. Installation Guide
- 2. System Administration with VASM and VasmCC
- 3. The VectorLinux Packaging System
- 4. VectorLinux System Utilities and Tools
- 5. Mounting guide
- 6. Printing guide
- 7. The VectorLinux Filesystem and How to Find Files
- 8. VectorLinux Desktop Environments and Window Managers
- 9. LXC Containers on VectorLinux
- 9.1. Docker containers on VectorLinux
- 10. Packaging Environment (sandboxing)
- 11. VectorLinux Kernel Upgrade Guide
- 12. Create Bootable USB
- 13. VectorLinux 7.x Broadcom wifi howto
- 14. Installation Debugging Guide
- 15. Power Management Setup & Troubleshooting
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Links¶
- VectorLinux Homepage. Our online headquarters.
- VectorLinux Forum. Come and meet the VectorLinux community here. We are friendly and helpful and there is a wealth of useful information contained within. The developers frequent the forum every day. We believe it to be one of the best support communities on the planet!
- VectorLinux Knowledge and Support Centre WIKI. Provides answers on how to do common tasks.
- VectorLinux HOWTO Forum. Provides HOWTO’s for more difficult tasks.
- VectorLinux IRC Channel. At this Internet Relay Chat channel you will often find one of more of the VL developers who would be happy to answer your questions.
- Cheat Sheet. Some useful commands for VectorLinux.
- Direct Paid Support. Professional support services for VectorLinux.