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{{Infobox OS
{{Infobox OS
| name = AV Linux
| name = AV Linux
| logo = [[File:avlinux_logo.png|center|350px]]
| logo = [[File:AVL231-logo.png|center|350px]]
| family = [[Linux]] ([[Unix-like]])
| family = [[Linux]] ([[Unix-like]])
| working state = Current
| working state = Current
| source model = [[Open-source software|Open source]]
| source model = [[Open-source software|Open source]]
| latest release version = AV Linux MX-21<ref>[http://www.bandshed.net/2022/02/14/av-linux-mx-21-consciousness-released/ AV Linux MX-21 “Consciousness” Released!]</ref>
| latest release version = AV Linux MX-23.1<ref name="AV Linux 23.1">{{cite web |author1=Glen MacArthur |title=AV Linux 23.1 "Enlightened" Released! |url=http://www.bandshed.net/2024/01/14/av-linux-23-1-enlightened-released/ |website=bandshed.net |access-date=29 January 2024 |language=en-CA |date=January 14, 2024}}</ref>
| latest release date = {{Start date and age|2022|02|14}}
| latest release date = {{Start date and age|2024|01|14}}
| marketing target = Multimedia content creation
| marketing target = Multimedia content creation
| update model = [[Advanced Packaging Tool]]
| update model = [[Advanced Packaging Tool]]
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| website = {{URL|https://www.bandshed.net/avlinux/}}
| website = {{URL|https://www.bandshed.net/avlinux/}}
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'''AV Linux''' is a [[Linux distribution|Linux-based]] [[operating system]] aimed for multimedia content creators. Available for the [[i386]] and [[x86-64]] architectures with a [[Linux kernel|kernel]] customised for maximum performance and low-latency audio production, it has been recommended as a supported Linux platform for [[Harrison Mixbus]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.harrisonconsoles.com/site/mixbus-sysreq.html|title=Harrison Consoles: Mixbus|accessdate=11 May 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160518094221/http://harrisonconsoles.com/site/mixbus-sysreq.html|archive-date=2016-05-18|url-status=dead}}</ref>
'''AV Linux''' is a [[Linux distribution]] focused on multimedia [[content creation]].


== Environment ==
== Environment ==
Originally made with [[remastersys]], AV Linux 23.1 is built on top of the Debian-based distribution [[MX Linux]].<ref>{{cite web |author1=Glen MacArthur |title=AV Linux MX Edition 23.1 (AVL-MXe) Released! - MX Linux Forum |url=https://forum.mxlinux.org/viewtopic.php?t=78895 |website=forum.mxlinux.org |publisher=mxlinux.org |access-date=29 January 2024 |language=en-US |date=January 14, 2024}}</ref>
The system is built on top of [[MX Linux]], and was originally made with [[remastersys]].


Versions before, and including, version 6 were 32-bit only, running a 32-bit Linux kernel with the IRQ threading and rtirq-init patches activated by default. For computers with more than 4&nbsp;GB of RAM, there was a [[Physical Address Extension|PAE]] version available.
Versions 6 and earlier were 32-bit only, running a 32-bit Linux kernel with the IRQ threading and rtirq-init patches activated by default. For computers with more than 4 GB of RAM, a [[Physical Address Extension|PAE]] version was made available.


From AV Linux 2016 onwards, there are both 32-bit and 64-bit versions available.
From AV Linux 2016 onward, there are both 32-bit and 64-bit versions available.


Window management as of version 6.0.2 is handled by the [[Xfce|Xfce Desktop Environment]]. Previous versions used the [[lxde|LXDE Desktop Environment]].
On AV Linux 23.1 “Enlightened” version, the Window management is handled by the [[Enlightenment (software)|Enlightenment Desktop Environment]].<ref name="AV Linux 23.1" /> Previous versions used the [[Xfce]] and [[lxde|LXDE]] desktop environments.

It is possible to boot AV Linux from either a [[live CD]] or a hard drive. Audio playback and routing is handled by [[JACK Audio Connection Kit|JACK]] (for advanced audio operation) or [[Advanced Linux Sound Architecture|ALSA]] (for basic audio operation). Most any audio interface compatible with FFADO is usable out of the box.

== Software ==
AV Linux is bundled with software for both everyday use and media production.

As of AV Linux 2016, AV Linux gets its software packages from the [[KXStudio]] repositories,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kxstudio.linuxaudio.org/Repositories|title=KXStudio : Repositories|publisher=|accessdate=11 May 2016}}</ref> which are compatible with Debian, and therefore AV Linux. This reduces duplication of effort and allows the effort focus to be on a solid base distribution suitable for audio production.

For this reason, AV Linux 2016 development has focused more on the base distribution than bundling it with large amounts of software, as it did with previous versions. Instead, the 2016 edition leaves it up to the users to decide what they want to install from the large repository of software available via KXStudio.

=== Audio ===
Preinstalled audio software includes: [[Ardour (software)|Ardour]], [[audacity (audio editor)|Audacity]], [[Calf Studio Gear]], Carla, [[Guitarix]], [[hydrogen (software)|Hydrogen]] and [[MuseScore]].

=== Graphics ===
Preinstalled graphics programs include: [[GIMP]], [[Inkscape]] and [[Shotwell (software)|Shotwell]].

=== Video ===
Preinstalled software for video editing, playback, capture and 3D animation include: [[Blender (software)|Blender]], [[Cinelerra]], [[Kdenlive]] and [[OpenShot|Openshot]].

=== Everyday use ===
For typical day-to-day activities there are several programs available including [[Firefox]] and [[LibreOffice|LibreOffice Suite]].

== Forum ==
AV Linux has an active forum.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://bandshed.net/forum/index.php|title=AVLinux Forum|publisher=|accessdate=11 May 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160512043216/http://bandshed.net/forum/index.php|archive-date=12 May 2016|url-status=dead}}</ref> The forum was closed in September 2019 despite the development of AV Linux being expected to continue.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bandshed.net/2019/08/26/av-linux-forum-to-close-sept-1-2019/|title=AV Linux Forum to close Sept.1/2019|date=27 August 2019 |publisher=|accessdate=18 October 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191018125143/http://www.bandshed.net/2019/08/26/av-linux-forum-to-close-sept-1-2019/|archive-date=18 October 2019}}</ref>

== Manual ==
The maintainer of AV Linux, Glen MacArthur,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://libremusicproduction.com/articles/friday-interview-6-glen-macarthur|title=Friday Interview #6: Glen MacArthur|publisher=|accessdate=11 May 2016}}</ref> also provides a thorough manual <ref>http://bandshed.net/pdf/AVL2016.3UserManual.pdf {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160411074449/http://bandshed.net/pdf/AVL2016.3UserManual.pdf |date=2016-04-11 }}<br>http://bandshed.net/pdf/AVL2017.3UserManual.pdf</ref> to complement AV Linux. This manual provides users with "84 illustrated pages of FAQ’s and important Operational details".


==Reception==
==Reception==
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'''LinuxJournal''': "AV Linux Control Panel... provides easy access to tools and utilities for system management, administration, and customization. Its amenities include an installer for ATI/nVidia binary video drivers and a very useful tool that scans and analyzes your system for its readiness for realtime performance."<ref>[http://www.linuxjournal.com/content/home-av-linux At Home With AV Linux | Linux Journal]</ref>
'''LinuxJournal''': "AV Linux Control Panel... provides easy access to tools and utilities for system management, administration, and customization. Its amenities include an installer for ATI/nVidia binary video drivers and a very useful tool that scans and analyzes your system for its readiness for realtime performance."<ref>[http://www.linuxjournal.com/content/home-av-linux At Home With AV Linux | Linux Journal]</ref>


'''ZDNet''': "Everything in AV Linux is aimed at reducing the operating system overhead, and leaving as much of the processing power as possible available for the multimedia editing applications."<ref>[http://www.zdnet.com/article/specialized-linux-distributions-av-linux-5-0/ Specialized Linux Distributions - AV Linux 5.0 | ZDNet]</ref><ref>[https://www.zdnet.com/article/hands-on-with-avlinux-crammed-with-multimedia-goodies/ Hands-on with AVLinux: Crammed with multimedia goodies | ZDNet]</ref>
'''ZDNet''': "Everything in AV Linux is aimed at reducing the operating system overhead, and leaving as much of the processing power as possible available for the multimedia editing applications."<ref>{{cite web |author1=J. A. Watson |title=Specialized Linux Distributions - AV Linux 5.0 |url=https://www.zdnet.com/article/specialized-linux-distributions-av-linux-5-0/ |website=ZDNET |publisher=Red Ventures |access-date=January 29, 2024 |language=en-US |date=June 21, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |author1=J.A. Watson |title=Hands-on with AVLinux: Crammed with multimedia goodies |url=https://www.zdnet.com/article/hands-on-with-avlinux-crammed-with-multimedia-goodies/ |website=ZDNET |publisher=Red Ventures |access-date=January 29, 2024 |language=en |date=April 4, 2014}}</ref>

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'''Softpedia Linux''': "As mentioned before, the distribution provides users with a large collection of video and audio production software, ranging from simple audio and video players to sophisticated video editors and CD rippers. Additionally, it comes with a patched Linux kernel package that allows for low-latency audio performance. The Live DVD can be used as-is or installed on a local disk drive."<ref>[http://linux.softpedia.com/get/System/Operating-Systems/Linux-Distributions/AV-Linux-48850.shtml Download AV Linux 2018.4.2], '''Softpedia Linux'''</ref>


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'''Softpedia Linux''': "As mentioned before, the distribution provides users with a large collection of video and audio production software, ranging from simple audio and video players to sophisticated video editors and CD rippers. Additionally, it comes with a patched Linux kernel package that allows for low-latency audio performance. The Live DVD can be used as-is or installed on a local disk drive."<ref>{{cite web |author1=Marius Nestor |title=AV Linux Download: A powerful and free Linux distribution designed to be used for multimedia content creation |url=http://linux.softpedia.com/get/System/Operating-Systems/Linux-Distributions/AV-Linux-48850.shtml |website=softpedia |publisher=SoftNews NET SRL |access-date=29 January 2024 |language=en-US |date=April 8, 2019}}</ref>
Also review was written by '''InfoWorld'''.<ref>[https://www.infoworld.com/article/2832285/av-linux-review-a-distro-packed-with-audio-and-visual-applications.html AV Linux review: A distro packed with audio and visual applications | InfoWorld]</ref>


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
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*[https://web.archive.org/web/20180808203840/http://libremusicproduction.com/articles/advantages-choosing-audio-orientated-linux-distribution LMP: The Advantages of Choosing an Audio Orientated Linux Distribution]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20180808203840/http://libremusicproduction.com/articles/advantages-choosing-audio-orientated-linux-distribution LMP: The Advantages of Choosing an Audio Orientated Linux Distribution]

Latest revision as of 01:02, 14 November 2024

AV Linux
OS familyLinux (Unix-like)
Working stateCurrent
Source modelOpen source
Latest releaseAV Linux MX-23.1[1] / January 14, 2024; 10 months ago (2024-01-14)
Marketing targetMultimedia content creation
Update methodAdvanced Packaging Tool
Package managerdpkg
Platformsi386, x86-64
Kernel typeMonolithic (Linux), patched for real-time use
Official websitewww.bandshed.net/avlinux/

AV Linux is a Linux distribution focused on multimedia content creation.

Environment

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Originally made with remastersys, AV Linux 23.1 is built on top of the Debian-based distribution MX Linux.[2]

Versions 6 and earlier were 32-bit only, running a 32-bit Linux kernel with the IRQ threading and rtirq-init patches activated by default. For computers with more than 4 GB of RAM, a PAE version was made available.

From AV Linux 2016 onward, there are both 32-bit and 64-bit versions available.

On AV Linux 23.1 “Enlightened” version, the Window management is handled by the Enlightenment Desktop Environment.[1] Previous versions used the Xfce and LXDE desktop environments.

Reception

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LinuxInsider: "The modified (Xfce) menus add a big element of ease to finding your most frequently used apps. The menu hierarchy uses a two-tiered design. This drastically cuts down on the need to rummage through long cascading menu lists"[3]

LinuxJournal: "AV Linux Control Panel... provides easy access to tools and utilities for system management, administration, and customization. Its amenities include an installer for ATI/nVidia binary video drivers and a very useful tool that scans and analyzes your system for its readiness for realtime performance."[4]

ZDNet: "Everything in AV Linux is aimed at reducing the operating system overhead, and leaving as much of the processing power as possible available for the multimedia editing applications."[5][6]

Softpedia Linux: "As mentioned before, the distribution provides users with a large collection of video and audio production software, ranging from simple audio and video players to sophisticated video editors and CD rippers. Additionally, it comes with a patched Linux kernel package that allows for low-latency audio performance. The Live DVD can be used as-is or installed on a local disk drive."[7]

References

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  1. ^ a b Glen MacArthur (January 14, 2024). "AV Linux 23.1 "Enlightened" Released!". bandshed.net. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  2. ^ Glen MacArthur (January 14, 2024). "AV Linux MX Edition 23.1 (AVL-MXe) Released! - MX Linux Forum". forum.mxlinux.org. mxlinux.org. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  3. ^ AV Linux Dazzles Both Eyes and Ears | Reviews | LinuxInsider
  4. ^ At Home With AV Linux | Linux Journal
  5. ^ J. A. Watson (June 21, 2011). "Specialized Linux Distributions - AV Linux 5.0". ZDNET. Red Ventures. Retrieved January 29, 2024.
  6. ^ J.A. Watson (April 4, 2014). "Hands-on with AVLinux: Crammed with multimedia goodies". ZDNET. Red Ventures. Retrieved January 29, 2024.
  7. ^ Marius Nestor (April 8, 2019). "AV Linux Download: A powerful and free Linux distribution designed to be used for multimedia content creation". softpedia. SoftNews NET SRL. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
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