root@starkos:~$ cat PRINCIPLES.md

Principles

The ideas that guide every decision in starkOS's design.

  1. 01

    Minimalism

    The system includes the essentials. Every port, service, or process must be justified.

  2. 02

    systemd and elogind free

    Use SysV + RC, Runit, or s6 init with ConsoleKit2/seatd as a replacement.

  3. 03

    Simplicity (KISS)

    Simplicity should be a central goal of design. It reduces errors and makes maintenance easier.

  4. 04

    User control

    A distribution aimed at users who prefer to have total control over the system.

  5. 05

    Source-based ports managed by starkpm

    All ports are managed through starkpm, starkOS's port manager, without flatpak or similar.