Galactic Mandate Linux
A usable Ubuntu Budgie desktop transformed into a living science-fiction operating system.
Galactic Mandate Linux combines a practical Linux desktop with themed interfaces, responsive visual effects, custom applications, alerts, telemetry, AI tools, and an evolving science-fiction identity.
Current Release: v01 Birthday Edition
Galactic Mandate Linux v01 Birthday Edition is the current recommended release. It expands the custom desktop, applications, themes, alerts, Control Center, AI tools, and visual effects introduced in previous versions.
Existing v.99 and v00 installations can upgrade to v01 through the official signed update channel without downloading another ISO or reinstalling Linux.
Before You Download
- v01 is the recommended release for new and existing users.
- The downloadable ISO includes the graphical installer.
- An in-place upgrade updates an installed system but does not modify an older ISO or USB image.
- Back up important files before installing or upgrading.
- Use a USB drive with at least 8 GB of capacity.
- Verify the downloaded ISO using the published SHA-256 checksum.
Choose What You Need
Download
Download the latest Galactic Mandate Linux ISO, view checksums, read release notes, or find an archived version.
Upgrade
Upgrade an existing v.99 or v00 installation to v01 through the official signed Galactic Mandate Linux repository.
Documentation
Find installation instructions, first-start information, application guides, maintenance help, and troubleshooting steps.
Community Forum
Ask questions, discuss themes and applications, share configurations, and get help from other Galactic Mandate Linux users.
Report a Bug
Search known issues before submitting a report. Include your version, hardware information, error messages, and steps needed to reproduce the problem.
News and Releases
Read release announcements, development updates, known-issue notices, and other Galactic Mandate Linux news.
What Makes Galactic Mandate Linux Different
A Living Desktop
- Multiple science-fiction-inspired visual themes
- Coordinated desktop and application styling
- Responsive sound and visual effects
- Alerts, telemetry, and system-status displays
- Full-screen effects and transition sequences
A Practical Linux System
- Built on Ubuntu Budgie
- Familiar desktop applications and package management
- Support for common Linux software
- Custom Galactic Mandate applications
- Signed software and upgrade repository
- Live USB and graphical installation support
Getting Started
- Download the current Galactic Mandate Linux ISO.
- Verify the SHA-256 checksum.
- Write the ISO to a USB drive using a supported imaging tool.
- Boot the computer from the USB drive.
- Try the live environment before installing.
- Open the graphical installer when you are ready.
- Review the documentation after the first startup.
Supported Upgrade Paths
| Installed version | Available target | Recommended action | Reinstallation required |
|---|---|---|---|
| v.99 | v01 | Upgrade directly to v01 | No |
| v.99 | v00 | Use only when the historical v00 channel is specifically required | No |
| v00 | v01 | Upgrade directly to v01 | No |
| v01 | v01 maintenance update | Update repository packages | No |
| Any version on a live USB | New v01 ISO | Download and recreate the USB | Yes, for the USB image |
The upgrade helper changes an installed system. It cannot update an existing ISO file or rewrite an older live USB image.
Need Help?
Use the documentation for installation and troubleshooting instructions. Use the community forum for questions and general support. Use the bug tracker when you can reproduce a software problem.
Before reporting a bug, record your Galactic Mandate Linux version, computer model, graphics hardware, installation type, error messages, and the steps that caused the problem.
Project News
Galactic Mandate Linux v01 Is Here — Update From the Terminal
Galactic Mandate Linux v01 Birthday Edition is now available through the official signed update channel. If you are already running v.99 or v00, you can…