Post-Installation Setup

After successfully installing Oreon Linux, there are a few recommended steps to ensure your system is up-to-date, configured correctly, and ready for use.

1. First Login and Welcome Experience

Upon booting into Oreon Linux for the first time, log in with the user account you created during installation. You might be greeted by the GNOME Initial Setup utility (or a similar welcome screen for other potential desktop environments).

  • Follow the prompts to configure language, keyboard settings (if needed), privacy options, and connect online accounts (optional).
  • This setup usually runs only once.

2. Check for System Updates

It's crucial to update your system immediately after installation to get the latest security patches, bug fixes, and software improvements.

  1. Open a Terminal window (You can usually find it by searching for "Terminal" in the Activities overview or application menu).
  2. Run the following command to check for and apply updates. You will be prompted for your user password (the one you use to log in).
sudo dnf update
  • Review the list of packages to be updated. Type `y` and press Enter to confirm and proceed with the download and installation.
  • This process might take some time depending on the number of updates and your internet speed.
  • It's a good practice to reboot your system after applying major updates, especially if the kernel or system libraries were updated:
sudo reboot

3. Verify Hardware Drivers

Oreon Linux aims to provide excellent hardware support out-of-the-box. However, it's good to check if all your hardware components (graphics card, Wi-Fi adapter, etc.) are working correctly.

  • Graphics: Check your display resolution and ensure graphical effects are smooth. For NVIDIA or AMD GPUs, Oreon may offer proprietary drivers via its own repositories or integrated third-party sources like RPM Fusion. Check the Software Center or system settings for "Additional Drivers".
  • Wi-Fi & Bluetooth: Ensure you can connect to wireless networks and pair Bluetooth devices if needed.
  • Other Peripherals: Test printers, scanners, webcams, and other connected devices.
  • If you encounter issues, consult the Oreon community forums or the Troubleshooting section (once created) for specific hardware guidance.

4. Enable Additional Repositories (If Applicable)

While Oreon Linux provides a solid base, some software (like multimedia codecs or proprietary drivers) might reside in third-party repositories. Oreon might pre-configure access to popular repositories like RPM Fusion, or provide an easy way to enable them.

  • Check the Oreon documentation specific to your version or look for options within the Software Center or system settings to enable third-party repositories if they aren't enabled by default.
  • The RPM Fusion repository is a common source for packages not included in standard RHEL/Fedora-based distributions due to licensing or patent reasons. If Oreon doesn't include it, you might enable it manually (check the RPM Fusion website for instructions specific to your RHEL base version, e.g., RHEL 9 for Oreon Lime).
  • After enabling new repositories, run `sudo dnf update` again to refresh the package lists.

5. Install Multimedia Codecs (If Needed)

To play various audio and video formats, you might need to install multimedia codecs. If you enabled repositories like RPM Fusion, you can often install a group package.

Example using RPM Fusion (verify these commands are appropriate for Oreon's setup):

# For GStreamer-based applications (like Totem/Videos)
sudo dnf groupupdate multimedia --setop="install_weak_deps=False" --exclude=PackageKit-gstreamer-plugin

# For sound and video packages
sudo dnf groupupdate sound-and-video

Alternatively, search for codecs in the Software Center after ensuring the necessary repositories are enabled.

6. Explore and Customize

Your Oreon Linux system is now ready! Take some time to: