GhostBSD

Updated: 09/10/2024 by Computer Hope
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First released in 2010, GhostBSD is an open-source BSD (Berkeley Software Distribution) operating system based on FreeBSD. Unlike most BSD operating systems that require a high level of technical familiarity, GhostBSD is designed to be user-friendly, even for a beginner.

Features of GhostBSD

  • MATE desktop environment.
  • Integrated firewall.
  • Compatibility with Linux binaries.
  • Complete access to the FreeBSD software ports collection, and a custom package manager named pkgng.
  • Pre-installed multimedia codecs.
  • Automatic NIC (Network Interface Card) configuration.
  • User-friendly installation.

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