EDYOU OS is a school-first Linux distribution built for learners and educators. It blends Ubuntu LTS reliability with a polished, user-friendly desktop and a strong privacy focus.
Learn more at the official site: EDYOU OS Website
- Open-source and customizable — change and redistribute freely.
- Privacy-first — no unnecessary telemetry.
- Student-focused — easy-to-use layout with preloaded educational software.
- Fast and lightweight — tuned for a broad range of systems.
- Stable Ubuntu base — built on Ubuntu LTS.
- Modern appearance — Windows-like interface for smoother adoption.
EDYOU OS supports Secure Boot. Enabling Secure Boot during installation is recommended for better system security.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | x86_64 | x86_64 |
| Firmware | UEFI or BIOS | UEFI with Secure Boot |
| CPU | 2 GHz processor | 2.5 GHz quad-core |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Disk | 20 GB free | 50 GB free |
| Display | 1024×768 | 2560×1440 |
| Ports | USB or DVD drive | USB or DVD drive |
| Internet | — | Required |
Important:
- EDYOU OS only supports x86_64 architecture. ARM is not supported.
- The system requires ACPI-compliant hardware; legacy systems may fail.
- Both UEFI and BIOS boot modes are supported, but U-Boot is not.
EDYOU OS uses semantic versioning with three components: MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH (e.g., 1.0.0)
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MAJOR (First digit) — Ubuntu LTS Version Foundation
- Increments when a new Ubuntu LTS version is adopted
- Example: Currently at
1(Ubuntu 24.04 LTS "Noble") → will become2.0.0when upgrading to the next LTS release
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MINOR (Second digit) — Major Features & Breaking Changes
- Increments for significant software updates, major feature releases, or substantial system changes
- Example:
1.1.0,1.2.0
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PATCH (Third digit) — Bug Fixes & Minor Updates
- Increments for bug fixes, security patches, and minor improvements
- Example:
1.0.1,1.0.2
- Download the ISO from: EDYOU OS Downloads
- Create a bootable USB with Rufus, Etcher, or a similar tool.
- Boot the computer from that USB.
- Follow the installer prompts.
Enjoy a fully open, privacy-friendly operating system for education.
Note: EDYOU OS is based on Ubuntu LTS "Noble". Official support is planned until June 2029 and may change.
In a BitTorrent network, files are shared between users rather than downloaded from a single central server. A leecher only downloads data, while a seeder shares the complete file with others.
If you want a healthy, fast, and reliable torrent ecosystem, it is important to continue seeding after your download is finished. Every seeder increases availability, improves download speeds for others, and prevents torrents from dying out.
Without seeders, torrents become unusable even if the file is valid.
Be a Seeder, not just a Leecher.
- Seeder = Someone who hosts the full file for others (very cool person! 😎 )
- Leecher = Someone who is just downloading the ISO file through torrent (please become a seeder and help the community!)
Use the provided Makefile to build locally.
make # Build the current language
make all # Build all languages
make fast # Build fast configuration languages
make clean # Remove build artifacts
make bootstrap # Validate environment and dependencies- Build options like language, timezone, mirrors, and input methods are configured in
./src/args.sh. - Generated ISOs and artifacts are placed in
./src/dist. - Use
make fastto build the fast configuration, which currently runsde_DEfirst and thenen_US.
Join the community and ask questions here:
EDYOU OS is a school-focused Linux platform designed to offer freedom, privacy, and stability. It is aimed at students, teachers, and institutions looking for a modern educational OS.
This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License. See the LICENSE file for details.