MeX Linux

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MeX Linux
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Version: 180426 updated
Upload Date: 22 Jun 18
Developer: Arne Exton
Distribution Type: Freeware
Downloads: 91

Rating: 5.0/5 (Total Votes: 1)

MeX Linux is an open source Linux distribution based on the well known Linux Mint 17.2, Debian Jessie and Ubuntu 15.04 operating systems and built around the latest stable release of the Cinnamon desktop environment, a clone of GNOME 3.

Distributed as a hybrid, 64-bit Live DVD

It is distributed as a single ISO-hybrid Live DVD image that supports only the 64-bit architecture and can be easily deployed onto a USB flash drive of 1GB or higher capacity. You can also write the ISO image on a blank or DVD-RW disc.

Boot options

The default option on the boot menu of the Live DVD is “Copy to RAM,” which can be used to copy the entire live environment directly to the computer’s system memory and use it from there, ejecting the boot medium.

Other boot options include the ability to start the operating system in compatibility mode, test the RAM (Random Access Memory) for errors, or use the persistence mode, which will save all the files and configuration for future uses (only compatible with USB sticks).

An unusual desktop environment

Starting the live environment will drop users to a login prompt, where they need to use the root/root or the mint/mint username and password credentials. The desktop is a bit unusual, as it’s comprised of a bottom panel and a curved dock (application launcher) located on the upper part of the screen.

Default applications

Default applications include the Nemo file manager, Mozilla Firefox web browser, Evince document viewer, Leafpad and Gedit text editors, Tomboy note-taking tool, GIMP image editor, gThumb and Eye of GNOME image viewer, and Synaptic Package Manager.

In addition, it includes the GParted disk partitioning tool, Deja Dup backup utility, USB Image Writer, USB Stick Formatter, an upload manager, a log file viewer, an update manager, a system monitor, an archive manager, a font viewer, a screen capture tool, and a terminal emulator.

Bottom line

We recommend this distribution to all Debian/Ubuntu/Linux Mint/Cinnamon fans who want a stable, reliable and modern operating system that uses the latest version of the Linux kernel.

What is new in this release:

  • Based on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS

What is new in version :

  • MeX Build 161030 is based only on Debian 8.6 and Ubuntu 16.04.1. I have replaced the original kernel with "my" special kernel 4.8.0-25-exton. All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 161030. This version of MeX uses Cinnamon 3.0.7.
  • The MeX ISO is now a ISO-hybrid, which means that it can very easily be transferred (copied) to a USB pen drive.
  • Another big improvement is that MeX now can run from RAM. Use Boot alternative 5 (load to RAM). When the system has booted up you can eject the disc (DVD)/USB stick. You'll need at least 2 GB RAM to run MeX that way. The ISO file is of only 1000 MB so MeX will run superfast from RAM!
  • The best thing with this new MeX build - Create your own installable Ubuntu Live DVD with Refracta tools (pre-installed)!

What is new in version 161030:

  • MeX Build 161030 is based only on Debian 8.6 and Ubuntu 16.04.1. I have replaced the original kernel with "my" special kernel 4.8.0-25-exton. All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 161030. This version of MeX uses Cinnamon 3.0.7.
  • The MeX ISO is now a ISO-hybrid, which means that it can very easily be transferred (copied) to a USB pen drive.
  • Another big improvement is that MeX now can run from RAM. Use Boot alternative 5 (load to RAM). When the system has booted up you can eject the disc (DVD)/USB stick. You'll need at least 2 GB RAM to run MeX that way. The ISO file is of only 1000 MB so MeX will run superfast from RAM!
  • The best thing with this new MeX build - Create your own installable Ubuntu Live DVD with Refracta tools (pre-installed)!

What is new in version 160630:

  • Mex Linux is no longer based on Linux Mint. MeX build 160630 is based only on Debian 8.5 and Ubuntu 16.04. I have replaced the original kernel with "my" special kernel 4.3.0-4-exton. All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 160630. This version of MeX uses Cinnamon 3.0.5.

What is new in version 151217:

  • Mex Linux is no longer based on Linux Mint. MeX build 151217 is based only on Debian 8.1 and Ubuntu 15.10. I have replaced the original kernel with "my" special kernel 4.3.0-4-exton. All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 151217.
  • The MeX ISO is now a ISO-hybrid, which means that it can very easily be transferred (copied) to a USB pen drive.
  • Another big improvement is that MeX now can run from RAM. Use Boot alternative 2 (Copy to RAM). When the system has booted up you can eject the disc (DVD)/USB stick. You'll need at least 2 GB RAM to run MeX that way. The ISO file is of only 748 MB so MeX will run superfast from RAM!

What is new in version 150714:

  • All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 150714.
  • Cairo-Dock has been replaced by Docky.
  • The most important change is that I have replaced the install program Ubiquity with MeX Installer.
  • Linux Mint 17.2 is based on Debian and Ubuntu 14.04 "Trusty Tahr". MeX build 150714 is based on Debian Jessie, Ubuntu 15.04 "Vivid Vervet" and Linux Mint 17.2.
  • I have replaced kernel 3.19.0-5-exton with Ubuntu's latest kernel 3.19.0-22-generic.

What is new in version 150214:

  • All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 150214.
  • Cairo-Dock has been replaced by Docky.
  • The most important change is that I have replaced the install program Ubiquity with MeX Installer.
  • ALSO: Linux Mint 17.1 is based on Debian and Ubuntu 14.04. MeX build 150214 is based on Debian Jessie, Ubuntu 14.10 and Linux Mint 17.1.
  • I have replaced kernel 3.16.0-28-generic with "my" special kernel 3.19.0-5-exton.

What is new in version 141229:

  • All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 141229. Cairo-Dock has been added.
  • The most important change is that I have replaced the install program Ubiquity with MeX Installer.
  • MeX Linux is once again based on Linux Mint. (I.e. Linux Mint 17.1 - codenamed "Rebecca", released 20141129 and on Ubuntu 14.04.1 LTS - codenamed "Trusty Tahr", released 20140725).
  • Another big improvement is that MeX now can run from RAM. Use Boot alternative 3 (Copy to RAM). When the system has booted up you can enjoy a really fast system! You'll need at least 2 GB RAM to run MeX that way. I.e. superfast!

What is new in version 140917:

  • Build 140917 replaces build 140604 of MeX.
  • All packages in MeX Linux build 140917 have been upgraded to the latest version by 140917.
  • Cairo-Dock has been added.
  • The most important change is that I have replaced the install program Ubiquity with MeX Installer. The installation to hard drive is now so simple that a 10 year old child can do it. Watch a SLIDESHOW of the hard drive installation process: http://mex.exton.net/mex-installer-slideshow.html
  • MeX is once again based on Mint Linux. (I.e. Linux Mint 17 - codenamed "Qiana", released 20140531 and on Ubuntu 14.04.1 - codenamed "Trusty Tahr", released 20140725).
  • The MeX ISO is now a ISO-hybrid, which means that it can very easily be transferred (copied) to a USB pen drive. You can then even run MeX from the USB stick and save all your system changes on the stick. I.e. you will enjoy persistence! I've found two scripts which make the installation to USB very simple. The scripts are quite ingenious. Read my INSTRUCTION how to use the scripts: http://mex.exton.net/mex-usb-persistent/
  • Another big improvement is that MeX now can run from RAM. Use Boot alternative 3 (Copy to RAM). When the system has booted up you can enjoy a really fast system! You'll need at least 2 GB RAM to run MeX that way. I.e. super fast!
  • MeX uses kernel 3.16.0-15-exton. (Kernel.org's latest stable kernel 3.16.2).
  • MeX uses Cinnamon 2.2, developed by the Linux Mint team. The system language is ENGLISH.

What is new in version 140604:

  • It is now based on Linux Mint. (I.e. Linux Mint 17 - codenamed "Qiana", released 20140531 and on Ubuntu 14.04 - codenamed "Trusty Tahr", released 20140417).
  • All packages have been upgraded to the latest version by 140604.

What is new in version 140301:

  • All packages in MeX Linux have been upgraded to the latest version by 140301.
  • Cairo-Dock has been added.
  • The most important change is that I have replaced the install program Ubiquity with MeX Installer.
  • The installation to hard drive is now so simple that a 10 year old child can do it.

What is new in version 140123:

  • Based on Linux Mint.
  • The MeX ISO is now a ISO-hybrid, which means that it can very easily be transferred (copied) to a USB pen drive. You can then even run MeX from the USB stick and save all your system changes on the stick. I.e. you will enjoy persistence!
  • Another big improvement is that MeX now can run from RAM. Use Boot alternative 3 (Copy to RAM). When the system has booted up you can enjoy a really fast system! You'll need at least 2 GB RAM to run MeX that way. When running from a DVD you can eject the DVD.

What is new in version 13.10 Build 131127:

  • I have upgraded all installed packages to latest version and changed kernel to 3.12.0-3-exton. (Kernel.org's latest kernel 3.12.1).

What is new in version 13.10 Build 131019:

  • Based on Ubuntu 13.10 with KDE 4.11.2, GNOME 3.8.4, Razor-qt and kernel 3.11.0-7-exton.

What is new in version 13.10 Build 130921:

  • Based on Ubuntu 13.10 "Saucy Salamander"
  • KDE 4.11.1
  • GNOME 3.8.4
  • GNOME Fallback ("Classic") 3.8.4
  • Razor-qt 0.5.2

What is new in version 13.04:

  • The system is a remaster of Ubuntu 13.04 - codenamed "Raring Ringtail", released on April 25, 2013. The original system includes the Desktop Environment Unity 7.0 (Ubuntu). I have added KDE 4.10.2, Gnome 3.8 and Gnome Fallback (Classic) 3.8, as alternatives, so that everyone on the spot (during live operation) can compare the different four Desktop Environments.

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