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Everyday computing

Everything you need to get things done.

Altima Linux 13 is a free Debian and Cinnamon desktop for writing, browsing, working with photographs, managing files and creating things of your own. Keep your work on your computer and choose the applications that suit you.

Documents & office

Write, calculate and present with familiar office applications, including LibreOffice.

Web & communication

Browse the web, manage email and stay connected without making a cloud account a condition of owning your operating system.

Files & photographs

Organise documents and photos locally. You choose when to share, back up or synchronise them.

Creation & personalisation

Use graphical tools, adjust your desktop and install additional software as your work requires.

Beyond the desktop Optional business applications and managed services are available through AltimaOS . They are not required to use Altima Linux.
Hardware

The right software for the computer you choose.

Apple is a computer company that makes software run better. Altima is a software company that makes computers run better.

Altima runs on a range of compatible AMD and Intel computers, with a special edition for supported Apple T2 Macs. Compact systems and dedicated appliances are also available.

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Apple T2

Special edition for T2 Macs where drivers and setup matter.

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AMD / Intel

General editions for desktops, laptops, and mini PCs.

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Altima Mini

Small, quiet systems for POS, hosting, offices, and resorts.

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Appliances

Dedicated boxes for monitoring, mail, remote access, and local infrastructure.

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Built for real work

A computer that works for you, wherever you work.

Altima Linux 13 combines a familiar desktop with the freedom to store files locally, choose your applications and keep working when connectivity is limited.

Home & Office

A familiar desktop for documents, email, web browsing, creative work and local file ownership.

Hospitality & Retail

Add paid ROKPOS, reservations, payment and publishing capabilities for restaurants, resorts, shops and tourism operators.

Different hardware, same independence

Choose a compatible AMD or Intel computer, a supported Apple T2 Mac or a compact mini PC.

Remote & Island Operations

Keep core workflows and local data available during slow, costly or interrupted internet service.

One simple promise

The desktop is free. Full stop.

Download, install and use Altima Linux 13 without an operating-system subscription. Your computer and local files remain under your control.

Some people also want point of sale, reservations, publishing or managed support. Those optional services live in AltimaOS — not in the basic promise of Altima Linux.

Support

Support that matches how people actually work.

Some users want documentation. Some want a local person. Some need remote support. Some need a complete managed deployment. Altima supports all of those paths.

Self-Help

Guides, documentation, migration notes, and community fixes.

Gnominee Help

Local installation, training, setup, support, and hardware advice.

Priority Support

Business support for active subscriptions, sites, appliances, and deployments.

Migration Help

Assistance moving files, services, and workflows onto Altima.

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