Draft:Oreon Linux
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Submission declined on 26 January 2026 by HitroMilanese (talk). This draft's references do not show that the subject meets Wikipedia's criteria for inclusion. The draft requires multiple published secondary sources that:
Declined by HitroMilanese 6 months ago.
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Comment: Additional references in independent and reliable sources are needed to demonstrate notability per WP:GNG. Hitro talk 08:55, 26 January 2026 (UTC)
| Oreon | |
|---|---|
| Developer | Oreon Project |
| OS family | Linux (Unix-like) |
| Working state | Current |
| Source model | Open source |
| Latest release | Oreon 10 "Foxy" / December 12, 2024 |
| Marketing target | Desktop users |
| Package manager | DNF (RPM) |
| Kernel type | Monolithic (Linux) |
| Userland | GNU |
| Default user interface | GNOME |
| Official website | oreonhq |
Oreon is a Linux distribution designed for desktop use and built on the AlmaLinux enterprise Linux ecosystem.[1] Independent technology publications have described the project as an effort to adapt enterprise-focused Linux distributions for desktop users by emphasizing usability while retaining long-term support and stability.[2][3][4]
History
[edit]Oreon was first released on January 1, 2024 with Oreon Lime (R1), introducing a desktop-oriented Linux distribution based on the RPM package ecosystem.[5]
The follow-up release, Oreon Lime (R2), code-named Limefalls, was released on February 18, 2024 and transitioned the project to an AlmaLinux 9 base while continuing to use the customized GNOME desktop environment.[6]
In December 2024, the project released Oreon 10, code-named Foxy, based on AlmaLinux 10.[7]
Releases and support
[edit]Oreon publishes defined support timelines for its releases, consisting of a mainstream support period followed by extended security maintenance aligned with the lifecycle of the underlying AlmaLinux base.
| Release | Codename | Base | Release date | End of support |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oreon Lime (R1/R1.1) | Lime | Fedora 39 | January 1, 2024 | 2025 |
| Oreon Lime (R2) | Limefalls | AlmaLinux 9 | February 18, 2024 | 2032 |
| Oreon 10 | Foxy | AlmaLinux 10 | December 12, 2024 | 2035 |
Editions
[edit]Coverage noted that Oreon Lime was offered in multiple desktop editions, including a standard edition and a higher-tier edition that bundled additional software aimed at desktop users.[2]
Desktop environment
[edit]Oreon releases use the GNOME desktop environment with project-specific customization. Reviews highlighted the project’s focus on simplifying the desktop experience while maintaining compatibility with enterprise Linux tooling.[2][3]
Reception
[edit]Oreon has received coverage from multiple independent technology publications. Reviews described the project as an attempt to reposition enterprise Linux distributions for desktop use while retaining long-term stability and compatibility.
The Register characterized Oreon as an effort to make AlmaLinux more approachable for desktop users through usability-focused customization.[2]
The New Stack discussed Oreon in the context of broader efforts to adapt enterprise Linux for non-server environments, highlighting its emphasis on usability, long-term support, and alignment with enterprise Linux standards.[3][4]
FOSS Force examined the project’s goals and development direction, discussing its positioning within the Linux desktop ecosystem and its approach to combining enterprise foundations with desktop-oriented design choices.[8]
See also
[edit]External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ "Oreon". DistroWatch. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- 1 2 3 4 "Oreon Lime is AlmaLinux with a desktop twist". The Register. 20 August 2024. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- 1 2 3 "Oreon Project Is a Kinder, Gentler Enterprise Linux Distribution". The New Stack. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- 1 2 "Is Oreon Linux a True Red Hat Enterprise Alternative?". The New Stack. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- ↑ "Oreon Lime (R1)". Oreon Project. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- ↑ "Oreon Lime (R2) 'Limefalls'". Oreon Project. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- ↑ "Oreon 10 'Foxy'". Oreon Project. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- ↑ "Fast Times at Oreon Linux High". FOSS Force. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
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