Deepin 23 Goes Global: ExTiX 24.8 Offers English Live Linux Experience with Chrome and Synaptic
While the recently released Deepin 23 Linux distribution enjoys a strong following in China, its language limitations have hindered wider adoption. ExTiX 24.8 steps in to bridge this gap, providing an English-friendly live environment based on Deepin 23, complete with Google Chrome and the Synaptic Package Manager.
Developed by Arne Exton, ExTiX 24.8 leverages Deepin 23's stable foundation while addressing key usability concerns. The most notable change is the replacement of the Chinese-language Deepin Browser with Google Chrome 127.0.6533.119-1, making browsing accessible to a global audience.
Further enhancing its appeal to experienced Linux users, ExTiX 24.8 incorporates the familiar Synaptic Package Manager. This offers a robust alternative to Deepin's default software management tools.
Beyond these user-facing improvements, ExTiX 24.8 boasts the 6.10.3-amd64-exton kernel (equivalent to the 6.10.3 stable kernel) and offers flexible installation options. Users can choose to run the distribution as a live environment or install it directly to their hard drive using either Refracta Installer or Deepin Installer.
For optimal performance, ExTiX 24.8 can be loaded entirely into RAM, provided sufficient memory is available.
Key Features of ExTiX 24.8:
- Based on Deepin 23 Stable: Benefits from the latest Deepin release.
- English Language Support: Overcomes language barriers present in Deepin 23.
- Google Chrome Integration: Replaces the Chinese-only Deepin Browser.
- Synaptic Package Manager: Provides a powerful and familiar software management tool.
- Live Environment or Hard Drive Installation: Offers flexibility for different use cases.
- RAM Loading Option: Enables lightning-fast performance when sufficient memory is available.
In essence, ExTiX 24.8 makes Deepin 23 a compelling choice for a wider audience, offering a polished and accessible Linux experience.
