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iDeal OS is a computer operating system, a custom 'respin' based on the powerful MX Linux and Debian distributions. It offers enhanced privacy and security settings that are enabled by default, without compromising usability and functionality.
A curated selection of free and open-source applications that have been tested for optimal consistency, compatibility, and functionality.
iDeal OS requires few resources and can breathe new life into your old laptop or desktop!
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iDeal OS comes with hardened defaults and privacy-focused tools that minimise the risk of attacks while maintaining usability.
You can surf, shop, trade and bank online with complete peace of mind, without annoying ads, tracking, logging, bugs, viruses or unwanted disclosure of personal information.
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Our children are our future!
Let them learn and enjoy technology while keeping them safe. Thoughtfully curated browser-settings prevent unwanted content from being opened in front of their eyes.
Enjoy the comfort of beautiful Plasma 6 themes, soft contrast colours, and intuitive workflows and applications for everyday use.
An intuitive, simple and familiar interface, yet powerful when you need it.
iDeal OS Emerald comes with a pre-installed set of applications that allow you to work with the most common types of office documents, browse the Internet and manage your emails, enjoy your music and video collections, organise and edit your photos, backup and restore your files.
iDeal OS is always up-to-date, without interfering with your workflow: it automatically checks for available updates, but you decide if and when to install them.
The Diamond Edition of iDeal OS turns your computer into a complete and powerful digital workstation.
It comes with a pre-installed set of applications that allow you to produce and edit almost any type of audio, video and image files.
A curated selection of tools to achieve first-class results in the creation of multimedia content.
Professional applications to boost and support your business, your imagination and creativity, seamlessly integrated into the beautiful KDE Plasma 6 desktop environment.
Are you an artist? A content creator? A professional? A small business owner? Do you have a passion for...?
Discover iDeal OS Diamond Edition
iDeal OS is built on the rock-solid foundations of MX Linux and Debian. It offers numerous privacy enhancements, a curated selection of applications, automatic updates and long-term support.
Hello, my name is Luca. I have been around computers since the days of the Commodore 128. Hobbies, work and passion have given me a lot of experience in configuring operating systems and applications for various purposes. Since discovering Linux and the world of open source software, I have been involved in various projects.
iDeal OS is the fruit of these experiences.
Let me know what you think, your feedback is very welcome and will help me make iDeal OS even better.
💙 Thank you very much!
Since its first release in May 2024, iDeal OS has been downloaded more than 30'000 times.
Thank you 30'000 iDeal OS users!
The iDeal OS project has been awarded the SourceForge badges shown on the right.
iDeal OS is now also a member of the Open Invention Network, the world's largest patent non-aggression community.
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