Snigdha OS Editions

Kernel configurations and package selections optimized for specific workloads and security requirements.

Snigdha OS Aurora Base Edition

Linux LTS (6.6.x)Download

Minimal Arch foundation with essential Snigdha OS tooling for system administrators who need maximum stability and minimal attack surface.

Maximum stabilityServers, embedded systems, minimal installations

Package Configuration

Base packages89

Snigdha tools4

optional12

System Resources

RAM minimum512MB

RAM recommended1GB

Disk minimum2GB

Disk recommended8GB

Service Configuration

Enabled by default

snigdhaos-auditsystemd-resolvedsystemd-timesyncd

Disabled by default

NetworkManagerbluetoothcupsavahi

Security Configuration

AppArmorBasic profiles (core system)

Audit daemonEssential security events only

FirewallRestrictive default rules

USB devicesDisabled by default

Primary Use Cases

•Headless servers and VPS instances
•Embedded systems and IoT devices
•Container base images
•Custom system building foundation

Snigdha OS Aurora Developer Edition

Linux LTS (6.6.x)Download

Full development environment with build tools, debuggers, and development-focused system configurations.

Stable with development toolsSoftware development, DevOps workflows

Package Configuration

Base packages89

Snigdha tools4

development247

optional156

System Resources

RAM minimum2GB

RAM recommended8GB

Disk minimum8GB

Disk recommended32GB

Service Configuration

Enabled by default

snigdhaos-auditNetworkManagersystemd-resolveddockersystemd-timesyncd

Disabled by default

bluetoothcups

Security Configuration

AppArmorDevelopment-friendly profiles

Audit daemonDevelopment workflow monitoring

FirewallDevelopment port exceptions

USB devicesEnabled with device filtering

Primary Use Cases

•Software development workstations
•CI/CD environments and build systems
•Container development and testing
•DevOps tooling and automation

Included Tools

•GCC, Clang, Rust toolchain
•Git, Docker, Podman
•gdb, strace, perf
•Node.js, Python, Go

Snigdha OS Aurora Security Edition

Linux Hardened (6.6.x)Download

Enhanced security features, audit capabilities, and forensic tools with hardened kernel configuration.

Security-focused hardeningSecurity research, forensics, compliance

Package Configuration

Base packages89

Snigdha tools4

security156

forensics89

optional67

System Resources

RAM minimum2GB

RAM recommended4GB

Disk minimum12GB

Disk recommended32GB

Service Configuration

Enabled by default

snigdhaos-auditNetworkManagersystemd-resolvedauditdfail2banusbguard

Disabled by default

bluetoothcupsavahi

Security Configuration

AppArmorComprehensive security profiles

Audit daemonFull security event logging

FirewallStrict rules with logging

USB devicesComprehensive device control

Primary Use Cases

•Security research and penetration testing
•Digital forensics and incident response
•Compliance and audit environments
•Security operations centers (SOC)

Hardening Features

•KASLR, SMEP/SMAP, CFI enabled
•Kernel Guard (KGUARD) protection
•Enhanced ASLR and DEP
•Strict memory protections

Snigdha OS Aurora Full Edition

Zen Kernel (6.6.x)Download

Desktop-optimized edition with Zen kernel for improved interactive performance and low-latency applications.

Optimized for interactivityDesktop usage, creative workflows

Package Configuration

Base packages89

Snigdha tools4

desktop298

multimedia134

optional203

System Resources

RAM minimum4GB

RAM recommended8GB

Disk minimum16GB

Disk recommended64GB

Service Configuration

Enabled by default

snigdhaos-auditNetworkManagersystemd-resolvedbluetoothpipewire

Disabled by default

cups

Security Configuration

AppArmorDesktop application profiles

Audit daemonUser activity monitoring

FirewallDesktop-friendly rules

USB devicesUser-controlled device access

Primary Use Cases

•Desktop workstations and laptops
•Creative workflows (audio, video, graphics)
•Gaming and multimedia systems
•Interactive development environments

Performance Optimizations

•CPU scheduler optimized for interactivity
•Reduced input latency for gaming
•Optimized I/O scheduler for desktop workloads
•Enhanced power management

Installation and Migration

Edition selection and switching guidance

Edition Selection

Choose your edition based on your primary workload:

• Base for servers and minimal systems
• Developer for software development
• Security for security-focused work
• Arctic for desktop and interactive use

Edition Migration

Switching between editions requires:

• Kernel package replacement
• Package set adjustment
• Service configuration updates
• Security policy migration

Edition Migration Example

# Migrate from Base to Developer edition

$ snigdhaos-edition-migrate --from=base --to=developer --preview

Migration plan: Base → Developer
• Install 247 development packages
• Enable docker.service
• Configure development-friendly AppArmor profiles
• Update firewall rules for development ports

Estimated download: 1.2 GB
Estimated time: 15 minutes

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