Basically means that the core OS files and systems can’t be changed. Everything else is stacked on top, and usually it means that you can rollback to a previous OS version if an update breaks something, without relying on any other image backup software.
Usually results a more stable reliable system, or at least one that’s easy to revert to working.
The downside being a reduction in flexibility and customizable options, and most programs need to be “containerized.”
Any trackers or nonsense that comes with it? I’ve been vanilla Arch for a year and sometimes it’s a pain in the ass. I can never recall how I installed something. I still don’t know how to update my browser without just reinstalling.
Basically means that the core OS files and systems can’t be changed. Everything else is stacked on top, and usually it means that you can rollback to a previous OS version if an update breaks something, without relying on any other image backup software.
Usually results a more stable reliable system, or at least one that’s easy to revert to working.
The downside being a reduction in flexibility and customizable options, and most programs need to be “containerized.”
Endeavour is not immutable. It’s Arch with a graphical installer and some convenient tools in the welcome app.
Any trackers or nonsense that comes with it? I’ve been vanilla Arch for a year and sometimes it’s a pain in the ass. I can never recall how I installed something. I still don’t know how to update my browser without just reinstalling.