Tips for Optimizing Calculate Linux for a Lightweight Setup

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Hi everyone… :wave:

I recently installed Calculate Linux on my laptop, and I’m loving its performance so far. However, I’m looking to optimize it further for a lightweight setup as I primarily use this machine for coding, browsing, and occasional media playback.

Here are a few specific questions I have:

  1. Are there any unnecessary services or packages that can be safely removed to reduce resource usage?
  2. What are some recommended lightweight desktop environments or window managers compatible with Calculate Linux?
  3. Any tips for tweaking the system for better battery life on a laptop?

I also check this: https://forum.calculate-linux.org/t/cant-install-calculate-linux-on-old-laptop-fujistu-siemens-amilo-pro-celeron-m-wawscertification-online But I have not found any solution. Could anyone guide me about this? I’d really appreciate it if you could share your experience or point me to some resources for further reading.

Thanks in advance!

Respected community member! :blush:

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Hello!

To optimize your Calculate Linux setup for a lightweight and efficient experience, here are a few suggestions:

  1. Use ALSA: If you don’t need advanced audio features provided by PulseAudio or PipeWire, ALSA is a lighter alternative for sound management.

  2. Disable Unnecessary Services: You can safely disable services that you don’t use. For example:

    • bluetooth: If you’re not using any Bluetooth devices.
    • cupsd: If you don’t need printing services.
    • sshd: If you don’t need remote SSH access.

  3. Lightweight Desktop Environments:

    • Xfce: A lightweight yet user-friendly desktop environment that balances performance and functionality.
    • LXQt: Even lighter than Xfce, ideal if you prioritize speed and minimalism.

  4. Improve Battery Life:

    • Use cpufreq or similar tools to optimize your CPU governor for better battery life. Setting it to powersave can help extend runtime.
    • Consider using tools like tlp for advanced power management tweaks.

Welcome to the Calculate Linux community!

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