Download ApertureOS

Download the stable version, or try the Nightly Version to experience the latest features.

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Follow these steps to safely install ApertureOS:

Prepare a USB Drive:
- Use a USB drive with at least 4 GB of Storage.
- Backup any important files – USB will be formatted.
Write the ISO to USB:
Use one of the following tools:
- Rufus (Windows): Select the ISO, choose your USB, and click "Start".
- Balena Etcher (Windows/Linux/macOS): Select the ISO, select the USB, and flash.
- [Advanced] Linux dd command:
```
sudo dd if=/path/to/apertureos.iso of=/dev/sdX bs=8M status=progress
```
  Replace /dev/sdX with your USB drive identifier, and /path/to/apertureos.iso with the path to the downloaded ISO file. Make sure to double-check the drive identifier to avoid data loss! (you can use lsblk to list drives.)
Boot from USB:
- Insert the USB into your computer.
- Restart and enter the BIOS/UEFI boot menu.
- Select the USB drive to boot from.
Install ApertureOS:
- Follow the user-intuitive design of the Aperture OS Installer, Pulse.
- If you're having troubles with the installation open a support thread in our Discord Server. Our wonderful community will help you as soon as possible!
Post-Installation Setup:
- Reboot into your new ApertureOS System.
- Update your system using
```
sudo blink update
```
- Install additional software or drivers as needed. Follow the documentations for more informations.

IMPORTANT! Always verify the ISO hash before installation to ensure the file is intact and not corrupted.