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CrownOS · GuidesIntroductionWhat CrownOS is, what it is built on and where to go next.
CrownOS · GuidesInstallationDownload the CrownOS ISO, write it to a USB drive and install the desktop.
CrownOS · GuidesEcosystemPair your phone, tablet and other machines with Crown Link and share across them.
CrownOS · GuidesConfigurationChange how the desktop looks by editing plain RON files in ~/.config/crownos.
CrownOS · Help CenterHelp CenterAnswers to common questions about installing, updating and using CrownOS.
CrownOS · Help CenterHow do I update CrownOS?Run a full system upgrade with pacman to get the latest packages and fixes.
CrownOS · Help CenterHow do I reset my desktop settings?Move a settings file aside so CrownOS recreates it with default values.
CrownOS · ChangelogChangelogWhat changed in each CrownOS beta build.
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Answers to common questions about installing, updating and using CrownOS.

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How do I update CrownOS?

Keep the system and its packages current.

How do I reset my desktop settings?

Go back to the default look after an edit goes wrong.

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Installation

Writing the ISO, booting and installing.

Devices

Pairing phones and tablets with Crown Link.

Appearance

Accent colours, wallpapers and window effects.

Quick answers

Is CrownOS free?

Yes. CrownOS is open source and free to download, use and modify.

Can I install software from the Arch repositories?

Yes. CrownOS is based on Arch Linux, so pacman and the Arch repositories work as usual.

Which kernel does CrownOS use?

CrownOS ships linux-cachyos, the CachyOS kernel with the EEVDF scheduler.

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