Unleash Software Freedom: Run Windows, Android, and Linux Apps on Xkaliber OS

Why choose between ecosystems? Xkaliber OS empowers you to run the software you need, from Windows and Android to native Linux applications, all on one powerful and user-friendly platform.

Beyond Cross-Platform: Essential System Utilities & Tools

Xkaliber OS is built on a robust and versatile Linux core, providing a complete desktop experience with these essential utilities and tools:

File Management & System Utilities

Files (Nautilus/Dolphin)

This is the standard file manager for GNOME (Nautilus) or KDE (Dolphin) desktops. It allows users to browse, organize, and manage files and folders on their system.

KDE Partition Manager

A powerful tool for managing disk partitions. It enables users to create, delete, resize, and format partitions, essential for disk organization and system installations.

Konsole

The KDE terminal emulator. It provides a command-line interface for interacting with the operating system, executing commands, and running scripts.

Flatseal

A graphical utility for managing Flatpak application permissions. It allows users to control what resources (like files, network access, or hardware) Flatpak applications can access.

System Settings

This is the central configuration hub for the operating system. It allows users to customize various aspects of the system, including appearance, hardware settings, network configurations, and user accounts.

Software & Application Management

Pop Shop

The software center for Pop!_OS (and often available on other Linux distributions). It provides a user-friendly interface for browsing, installing, and updating applications.

Software Center (GNOME Software/Discover)

A graphical application for browsing, installing, and updating software on GNOME (GNOME Software) and KDE (Discover) based systems. It simplifies the process of managing applications.

Steam

A digital distribution platform for video games. It allows users to purchase, download, and play games, as well as interact with a gaming community.

Unity Hub

A tool from Unity Technologies that simplifies the management of Unity Editor installations and Unity projects. It allows users to easily download, install, and switch between different versions of the Unity Editor, as well as create, open, and manage Unity projects.

Discover store

This is the KDE's software center. It allows the user to browse, install, and update applications.

Windows Applications? Seamlessly Supported.

Coming from Windows? We understand you have essential applications and games you rely on. With Xkaliber OS, you don't have to leave them behind. We make running Windows software on Linux incredibly easy and efficient thanks to powerful tools like Bottles and Wine.

Wine: The Compatibility Layer

Think of Wine as a sophisticated translator, enabling Windows applications to understand and run flawlessly on the Linux system of Xkaliber OS. It's the core technology bridging the compatibility gap.

Bottles: Your Windows Software Hub

For a streamlined experience, especially for those new to Linux, Bottles provides isolated "sandboxes" for your Windows applications.

Why Bottles Simplifies Windows on Linux:

  • Simplified Setup: Bottles drastically simplifies installing and managing Windows software, handling the technical complexities behind the scenes.
  • Organization & Isolation: Each "bottle" creates a separate environment, keeping your Windows applications organized and preventing conflicts with each other or your main system. Think of it as dedicated, clean spaces for each Windows program.
  • Intuitive for Windows Users: Bottles offers a familiar and user-friendly experience for installing and running Windows apps, making the transition to Xkaliber OS smooth and fast. It's the simplest and most recommended solution for bringing your Windows software to Linux.

While other methods exist, Bottles provides the most user-friendly and robust experience, especially for Windows switchers. Get ready to run many of your favorite Windows programs directly on Xkaliber OS!

Android Apps on Your Desktop? Absolutely Possible.

Unlock the vast world of Android apps on your desktop or handheld device with Xkaliber OS and our enhanced Waydroid integration.

Waydroid: Android Power on Linux

Waydroid is a container-based approach to running Android applications on Linux. It allows users to run Android apps in a Linux environment, providing access to a wider range of mobile applications.

Enhanced Waydroid Script: Taking it Further

We've refined the Waydroid experience on Xkaliber OS with a reworked installation script, offering powerful options from the start:

  • Optional Root Access with Magisk: For advanced users, our script allows you to install Magisk, granting root access within Waydroid for deeper customization and modifications.
  • Full Google Play Store Integration: Access millions of Android apps directly through the Google Play Store within your Waydroid environment, seamlessly integrated into Xkaliber OS.

Simple Setup Menu: Just select "Android Version 13" in our setup menu and choose your desired options. Our script handles the rest, ensuring a smooth and user-friendly process.

Enjoy your favorite mobile games, productivity apps, and more, all without leaving the power and versatility of your Linux desktop, thanks to Xkaliber OS and enhanced Waydroid.

Native Linux Apps: Powered by Curated App Stores

Xkaliber OS is built on the solid foundation of Linux, granting you access to a rich ecosystem of native Linux applications. We offer curated app stores to simplify software discovery and installation:

Pop!_Shop: Your Premium Linux App Store

Xkaliber OS proudly features Pop!_Shop, a thoughtfully curated collection of high-quality Linux applications, shared with Pop!\_OS.

Why Pop!_Shop is Special:

  • User-Friendly Interface: Browsing and installing apps in Pop!_Shop is intuitive and seamless.
  • Vast, Quality Selection: From productivity suites and creative tools to development environments and games, Pop!_Shop offers a wide range of reliable Linux applications.
  • Curated for Reliability: Pop!_Shop prioritizes well-maintained and dependable applications, ensuring a stable and trustworthy software experience.

Software Center (GNOME Software/Discover)

Depending on your desktop environment preference (GNOME or KDE), you'll have access to the Software Center (GNOME Software) or Discover (KDE). These graphical tools provide another easy way to browse, install, and update applications.

Beyond App Stores: Debian & Flatpak

Built on Debian, Xkaliber OS also gives you access to the extensive Debian package repositories, ensuring you can find virtually any Linux software you need. Furthermore, we support Flatpak, a universal packaging system, expanding your software choices even further and offering tools like Flatseal for permission management.

Gaming & Development Ready

Access leading platforms like Steam for a vast library of games, and tools like Unity Hub for game development, all natively on Linux.

Discover Powerful Linux Alternatives

While Xkaliber OS excels at cross-platform compatibility, the world of native Linux software is incredibly rich and diverse. For many popular Windows programs, you'll find equally powerful, often innovative, open-source alternatives within the Linux ecosystem. These applications are designed for seamless integration with Xkaliber OS, offering excellent performance and stability.

Exploring Linux alternatives can save on software licenses and introduce you to fantastic tools built on open standards and community collaboration. Here are some popular Windows software and their recommended Linux counterparts available on Xkaliber OS through Pop!_Shop and other repositories:

Windows Software Linux Alternative
ACDSee Eye of GNOME
Adobe Acrobat Pro DC PDFsam, Okular, Master PDF Editor
Adobe After Effects Blender (with add-ons), Natron
Adobe Illustrator Inkscape
Adobe Photoshop Gimp, Krita
Adobe Premiere Pro Kdenlive, OpenShot, Lightworks
Autodesk AutoCAD FreeCAD, LibreCAD, OpenSCAD
Camtasia OBS Studio, ShareX
CorelDRAW Inkscape
Corel VideoStudio Shotcut, OpenShot, Kdenlive
CyberLink PowerDirector Kdenlive, Shotcut, OpenShot
Dragon NaturallySpeaking Simon Speech Recognition
EndNote Zotero, JabRef
Finale MuseScore
Final Cut Pro Kdenlive, OpenShot
FL Studio LMMS, Ardour
Logic Pro Audacity, Ardour
MATLAB GNU Octave, Scilab
Microsoft Office Suite LibreOffice, OnlyOffice
Microsoft Visio Dia, Draw.io (desktop version)
MSN/Yahoo Messenger Pidgin
Nero Burning ROM K3B
Notepad gEdit
PaintShop Pro Gimp, Krita
Parallels Desktop VirtualBox, VMware Player
Pro Tools LMMS, Ardour
QuickBooks Desktop GnuCash, Akaunting
Sibelius MuseScore
Snagit Shutter
SolidWorks FreeCAD
SPSS PSPP, JASP
Tableau Desktop Gephi, Qlik Sense Desktop
uTorrent Transmission
Vegas Pro Kdenlive, DaVinci Resolve (Free Tier)
VMware Fusion VirtualBox
VMware Workstation VirtualBox
Windows Media Player VLC Player
Windows Server Samba4
Winamp Amarok

This is just a starting point! Explore Pop!_Shop and the broader Linux ecosystem to discover even more amazing software that can empower your workflow on Xkaliber OS.

Expand Your Toolkit with Specialized Applications:

Xkaliber OS goes beyond the basics, offering these specialized applications to enhance your workflow:

Specific Applications & Tools

Boxbuddy

Boxbuddy is a GUI client designed to simplify the use of Distrobox. Distrobox allows users to create and manage containerized Linux environments, and Boxbuddy provides a graphical interface to make that process more user-friendly.

Firefox

A popular open-source web browser. It allows users to access and navigate the internet, view web pages, and use web applications.

Ptyxis

Ptyxis is a modern terminal emulator designed with a focus on container integration. It is intended to work well with containerized workflows, and to integrate well with GNOME desktop environments. It has improved container support over older terminal emulators.

Sunshine

Sunshine is a self-hosted game stream host for Moonlight. It allows users to stream games from their PC to other devices over a local network or the internet.

Waydroid

A container-based approach to running Android applications on Linux. It allows users to run Android apps in a Linux environment, providing access to a wider range of mobile applications.

Software Freedom is Here.

Xkaliber OS breaks down the barriers between operating systems, giving you the ultimate freedom to run the software you need, regardless of its origin. Experience the power of Linux, the familiarity of Windows, and the versatility of Android, all within one unified, user-friendly, and feature-rich operating system.

Ready to unlock a world of software freedom and explore the possibilities? Download Xkaliber OS today and take control of your computing experience!