@JoeDirt
Thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately, we had to discontinue our Discord server due to low activity. Initially, I was opposed to using Discord because of the lack of transparency regarding data storage. I would have preferred an open solution like IRC, but the others insisted on Discord. At the moment, we only display changelogs and current updates for members, which are essentially mirrors of what is posted here on the forum. Furthermore, we have struggled to find contributors for this open-source software project. This is why we implemented a paywall; I am no longer willing to cover all project costs out of my own pocket.
We previously conducted a test run with Arch Linux. However, we found that public Arch repositories posed a significant security risk to Arch users, leading us to discontinue support. Specifically, vulnerabilities in the Arch User Repository (AUR) were used to install the CHAOS Remote Access Trojan (RAT) on Linux devices. These security flaws are unacceptable. Consequently, we restricted public access to our Arch repositories and transitioned exclusively to the Debian (testing/unstable) tree, as it meets our security standards.
Reference: BleepingComputer - Arch Linux pulls AUR packages that installed CHAOS RAT malware
Gnoppix is a small project with only a handful of active contributors. There are three ways to receive support:
- Paid Support: Contact our support team directly. Most users message me directly when requesting new features. I’m amu on irc or am7u on Discord.
- Community Forum: You can post your questions here.
- Knowledge Base: I regularly document problems and solutions in our “How-To” section.
Gnoppix runs perfectly on Intel/AMD CPUs paired with NVIDIA GPUs. Unfortunately, AMD declined to provide us with the necessary technical data; therefore, we generally advise against using AMD GPUs.
To help us troubleshoot your issue, please provide the following:
- System Details: Which Gnoppix version and patch level are you using? Are you using a LiveCD or a local installation? (e.g., Gnoppix 26 KDE Member Download).
- Error Description: What is the exact error message? (e.g., “An AMDGPU error occurred”).
- Visuals: Please provide a screenshot or a photo of the screen if possible.
Quick Tip: If you ask questions, I’m happy to provide answers!
The rolling build is currently broken due to a change in the package manager. Simply use an older version and then update. I also have other images available if needed, just ask or send me a private message.
In general, our versions are optimized for their respective desktop environments and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). As you correctly noted, installing a KDE desktop on an XFCE-based system is difficult without advanced technical knowledge. This is why we offer multiple versions for different Desktop Environments. While the differences may not be immediately visible, the versions vary significantly. A “Member” version is not the same as a “PRO” version, and distinguishing between them requires extensive Linux experience.
Thank you again for your feedback and for your interest in Gnoppix.
The wiki is a mess, I’m sorry about that. I’ve already commissioned someone to fix it, but unfortunately he’s still getting married and doesn’t have time at the moment, so I’ll probably have to do it myself.