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Download Snigdha OS

Here’s the updated Markdown file with Ventoy instructions added for creating bootable media:

🌟 Guide to Download Snigdha OS​

Snigdha OS is a beautiful Arch-based distribution that provides an intuitive and user-friendly experience, complete with eye-catching themes, performance enhancements, and pre-configured software. Here's a simple guide to help you download Snigdha OS and start using it on your system.

🔽 Step 1: Visit the Official Snigdha OS Website​

  1. Go to the Official Snigdha OS Website:
    Open your browser and visit the official Snigdha OS website to download the ISO. The website is:

  2. Choose Your Preferred Edition:
    Snigdha OS offers several editions based on desktop environments and use cases. Some of the most popular editions include:

    • Snigdha OS KDE (KDE Plasma desktop with customizations)
    • Snigdha OS XFCE (A lighter desktop environment)
    • Snigdha OS GNOME (GNOME desktop environment)
    • Snigdha OS LXQt (A very lightweight desktop environment)
    • Snigdha OS i3WM (A minimalist tiling window manager)

    Select the edition that best fits your preferences.

💻 Step 2: Download the ISO File​

  1. Click on the Desired Edition:
    Once on the Snigdha OS download page, select the edition you want to install. The page will provide a direct download link or a mirror list for the ISO.

  2. Start the Download:
    After selecting your edition, click on the Download button. The file will typically be named something like:

    • snigdhaos-YYYY.MM.DD-x86_64.iso
    • Example: snigdhaos-2024.12.01-x86_64.iso

    Wait for the download to complete. The size is typically around 2-3 GB, depending on the edition.

🔍 Step 3: Verify the Download (Optional)​

  1. Verify the Integrity of the ISO:
    To ensure that the ISO file has not been corrupted during download, it’s a good idea to verify its checksum (SHA256 or SHA1) to compare it with the official value.

    • Check the provided checksum on the Snigdha OS website.

    • Run the following command in the terminal (replace the filename with your downloaded ISO file):

      sha256sum snigdhaos-YYYY.MM.DD-x86_64.iso

    • Compare the output checksum with the one on the Snigdha OS website. If they match, your download is intact.

💿 Step 4: Create Bootable Media (USB or DVD)​

Option 1: Using Ventoy 🛠️​

Ventoy is an excellent tool for creating multi-boot USB drives with minimal effort.

  1. Download Ventoy:

    • Visit the Ventoy website and download the latest version for your operating system.

  2. Install Ventoy on Your USB Drive:

    • Extract the Ventoy zip file and run the installation script (e.g., Ventoy2Disk.exe for Windows or ./Ventoy2Disk.sh for Linux).
    • Select your USB drive and click Install.

  3. Copy the Snigdha OS ISO:

    • Once Ventoy is installed on the USB drive, copy the downloaded Snigdha OS ISO file directly to the USB drive.

  4. Boot with Ventoy:

    • Restart your system and boot from the Ventoy USB drive. Select the Snigdha OS ISO from the Ventoy menu.

Option 2: Using dd (Linux)​

  1. Insert your USB Drive and check its device name using the lsblk command:

    lsblk

  2. Write the ISO to the USB:

    sudo dd if=snigdhaos-YYYY.MM.DD-x86_64.iso of=/dev/sdX bs=4M status=progress oflag=sync

    Replace /dev/sdX with your USB drive's actual device (e.g., /dev/sdb).

Option 3: Using Rufus (Windows)​

  1. Download Rufus:
    Download and install Rufus from Rufus website.

  2. Create a Bootable USB Drive:

    • Insert your USB drive and launch Rufus.
    • Select the Snigdha OS ISO and choose the USB drive.
    • Click Start to create the bootable USB drive.

Option 4: Burn to a DVD (Optional)​

  1. Download ImgBurn or Brasero:

    • Windows: Use ImgBurn.
    • Linux: Use Brasero.

  2. Burn the ISO to a DVD:
    Follow the application instructions to burn the ISO file to a blank DVD.

🚀 Step 5: Boot from USB or DVD​

  1. Insert the Bootable USB or DVD into the system where you want to install Snigdha OS.

  2. Enter BIOS/UEFI:

    • Restart the computer and press the key to enter BIOS/UEFI (e.g., F2, DEL, or ESC).

  3. Set USB/DVD as Primary Boot Device:

    • In BIOS/UEFI settings, set the USB drive or DVD as the primary boot device.

  4. Save and Reboot:

    • Save the settings and reboot. Your system should boot into the Snigdha OS live environment.

🏁 Conclusion​

Now that you’ve successfully downloaded and created bootable media for Snigdha OS, you’re ready to move forward with installation. You can use the Calamares graphical installer for a smooth installation experience or proceed with manual partitioning if you're an advanced user.

For more detailed installation instructions, visit the Snigdha OS Wiki.

Enjoy the performance and beauty of Snigdha OS! 😎🚀