Welcome to TunaOS
Modern Cloud-Native Enterprise Linux
TunaOS is a collection of Bootc-based desktop operating systems built on the rock-solid foundation of Enterprise Linux 10 (AlmaLinux and CentOS Stream). It is a fork of Bluefin LTS, modernized for the next generation of enterprise desktops.
Our mission is to combine the stability and long-term support of Enterprise Linux with the freshness and modern tooling that today's developers and workstation users demand.
✨ Why TunaOS?
- 🖥️ Latest GNOME: We backport GNOME 48.3 to Enterprise Linux, ensuring you have the latest desktop features without sacrificing system stability.
- 🍺 Baked-in Homebrew: Homebrew is pre-installed, giving you instant access to a massive library of CLI tools and fonts.
- 📦 Bootc Technology: Built using modern container technology for immutable, reliable, and easily reproducible systems.
- 🏢 Enterprise DNA: Based on AlmaLinux 10 and CentOS 10, providing a foundation supported for up to 10 years.
- 🛍️ Flathub Enabled: Enjoy a full suite of desktop applications immediately with Flathub enabled out-of-the-box.
🐠 Available Variants
| Variant | Base OS | Target Audience |
|---|---|---|
| Albacore | AlmaLinux 10 | Flagship Stable Enterprise Desktop |
| Yellowfin | AlmaLinux Kitten | Developers / Daily Drivers |
| Skipjack | CentOS Stream 10 | Upstream Testing |
| Bonito | Fedora 42 | Bleeding Edge / Experimental |
🚀 Specialized Editions
For our primary variants (Albacore and Yellowfin), we offer specialized editions:
- Regular: The balanced, standard experience.
- DX (Developer Experience): Pre-configured for software development (
libvirt,docker,vscode, etc.). - GDX (Graphical Developer Experience): Optimized for AI, Graphics, and VFX (
NVIDIA,CUDA). - HWE (Hardware Enablement): For the latest hardware requiring newer kernels.
🎨 Desktop Flavors
We now offer specialized desktop environment flavors to suit your workflow:
- GNOME 50: The next generation of GNOME, pushing the boundaries of the desktop experience.
- KDE Plasma: A powerful, customizable desktop environment for power users.
- COSMIC: The brand new, Rust-based desktop environment from System76.
- Niri: A unique, scrollable tiling compositor for a fresh take on window management.
📚 Next Steps
Ready to dive in?
- System Requirements - Check if your hardware is supported.
- Installation Guide - Learn how to install TunaOS.
- Download ISOs - Get started with pre-built images on the homepage.
TunaOS is a labor of love by James, inspired by Project Bluefin and the Universal Blue community.