EDYOU OS Documentation

Introduction to EDYOU OS

EDYOU OS is a Linux-based operating system designed specifically for educational institutions. Built as a free alternative to Windows, it gives schools complete control over their IT infrastructure without licensing costs.

Based on Ubuntu LTS, EDYOU OS combines the stability and security of Linux with a familiar desktop experience. Whether you're managing a single classroom or an entire school network, EDYOU OS provides the tools you need.

Key features

• License-free, no costs, no activation, no restrictions.
• Full control, manage devices, updates and software centrally.
• Optimized, runs efficiently on a broad range of hardware.
• Secure, no unnecessary telemetry, restricted system exposure.
• Open source, transparent, customizable and community-driven under GPLv3.

System Requirements

EDYOU OS is designed to run on a wide range of hardware, from modern systems to older machines that might otherwise be discarded.

• Only x86_64 is supported. ARM is not.
• ACPI-compliant hardware is required; legacy systems may fail.
• U-Boot is not supported.

Installation Guide

Installing EDYOU OS is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started:

1. Download EDYOU OS

   Download the ISO file from the download section. Choose the edition that best fits your hardware.

2. Create installation media

   Create a bootable USB drive using a tool like Rufus (Windows) or Etcher (cross-platform).

   # Linux (using dd)
   sudo dd if=edyou-os.iso of=/dev/sdX bs=4M status=progress

3. Boot from USB

   Restart your computer and boot from the USB drive. You may need to access the boot menu (usually F12 or Delete) or change the boot order in the firmware.

4. Follow the installer

   The graphical installer guides you through the process: language, keyboard layout, and partition settings.

   # For advanced users: manual partitioning
   # Create a separate /home partition for user data
   # Use LVM for flexible storage management

5. Complete setup

   Create your user account and wait for the installation to finish. After restarting, you'll be greeted by the EDYOU OS desktop.

Basic Usage

EDYOU OS provides a familiar desktop environment that users transitioning from Windows find intuitive.

Desktop environment

The default desktop is designed for simplicity and efficiency. The taskbar shows running applications, and the application menu provides access to all installed software.

File management

Your home directory contains the standard folders: Documents, Downloads, Pictures and more. Use the file manager to organize your files.

# Navigate to home directory
cd ~

# List files with details
ls -la

Terminal

The terminal is a powerful tool for advanced tasks. Open it with Ctrl+Alt+T or search for "Terminal" in the application menu.

# Update system
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

# Install software
sudo apt install package-name

# Check system info
neofetch

Networking

EDYOU OS supports various networking configurations suitable for school environments.

Wired connection

Simply connect an Ethernet cable. Network settings can be configured through system settings or by editing network configuration files.

Wi-Fi

Click the network icon in the taskbar to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. Enterprise networks with RADIUS authentication are also supported.

Tailscale for secure connections

For secure, encrypted connections between devices (especially useful for remote administration), EDYOU OS supports Tailscale:

# Install Tailscale
curl -fsSL https://tailscale.com/install.sh | sh

# Start Tailscale
sudo tailscale up

# Check status
tailscale status

Tailscale creates a mesh VPN that allows secure connections between school devices without exposing them to the public internet.

Static IP configuration

For servers or fixed workstations, configure a static IP:

# Edit netplan configuration
sudo nano /etc/netplan/01-netcfg.yaml

# Add static IP configuration
network:
  version: 2
  ethernets:
    eth0:
      addresses: [192.168.1.100/24]
      gateway4: 192.168.1.1
      nameservers:
        addresses: [8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4]

Development Environment

EDYOU OS is an excellent platform for programming education. It supports various development tools and languages.

Tooling

• VS Code, modern code editor (install via .deb or snap)
• Python, pre-installed for programming classes
• Git, version control system
• Node.js, JavaScript runtime

Setting up development tools

# Install VS Code
sudo apt install wget gpg
wget -qO- https://packages.microsoft.com/keys/microsoft.asc | gpg --dearmor > packages.microsoft.gpg
sudo install -o root -g root -m 644 packages.microsoft.gpg /usr/share/keyrings/
sudo sh -c 'echo "deb [arch=amd64,signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/packages.microsoft.gpg] https://packages.microsoft.com/repos/vscode stable main" > /etc/apt/sources.list.d/vscode.list'
sudo apt update
sudo apt install code

# Install Python development tools
sudo apt install python3-pip python3-venv

# Install Git
sudo apt install git
git config --global user.name "Your Name"
git config --global user.email "your@email.com"

Programming language support

EDYOU OS supports numerous programming languages through apt and other package managers:

# Install common languages
sudo apt install python3 ruby php nodejs npm golang

# Check installed versions
python3 --version
node --version
ruby --version

Customization

One of the advantages of EDYOU OS is its customizability. Schools can tailor the system to their specific needs.

Theme customization

Adjust the look and feel through system settings or by modifying configuration files.

Software customization

# Remove unwanted software
sudo apt remove package-name

# Install custom software
sudo apt install custom-package

# Create a meta-package for your school
# Create /apt/my-school-meta-package/DEBIAN/control

Default application settings

Configure default applications system-wide using the alternatives system:

# Set default text editor
sudo update-alternatives --config editor

# Set default web browser
sudo update-alternatives --config x-www-browser

Contributing to EDYOU OS

EDYOU OS is an open source project. Contributions from developers, educators and institutions are welcome.

How to contribute

1. Fork the repository on GitHub
2. Create a branch for your feature or fix
3. Make your changes and test thoroughly
4. Submit a pull request with a clear description

Reporting issues

Found a bug or have a feature request? Open an issue on GitHub with detailed information about the problem.

Documentation

Improvements to this documentation are also welcome. Check the docs folder in the repository.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from EDYOU OS users.