I recently set up Arch Linux using the Archinstall script, but I'm not really seeing a significant difference in customization compared to Ubuntu. I expected Arch to be way more flexible. Besides having a smaller install size, what are the real customization options available in Arch that go beyond just the desktop environment? It seems like most Linux distributions have a DE. Thanks!
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Arch Linux provides fewer defaults than Ubuntu, which means you have more choices to make during installation and setup. Even though Archinstall helps streamline the process, you ultimately have the freedom to pick your filesystems, bootloader, network management tools, and much more. You can choose between various filesystems like ext4, XFS, or even btrfs, and decide whether to use a swap file or partition. This level of choice lets you tailor your system precisely to your needs, but it can be overwhelming if you're not used to it. The real benefit is that you'll learn a lot about how your system works in the process!
Exactly! While guided installers tend to set defaults for you, Arch encourages you to educate yourself through its Wiki. It's like building your own computer; sure, it takes longer, but you end up knowing what every component does, which is super helpful if things go wrong.