KESKOS_LAYER: V3 // LIVE_PLASMA: READY

KESKOSPLASMA CONSOLE

KeskOS is an Arch-based KDE Plasma live OS with a custom launcher, a themed Calamares installer, and a strong black-and-orange desktop identity.

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KeskOS desktop with Quickshell HUD and Plasma panel
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Live ISO, Real Desktop

Boot straight into a usable KDE Plasma desktop before installing anything. Test the shell, browser start page, launcher, panel behavior, and hardware fit from the live session.

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Black/Orange Identity

A dark industrial KDE Plasma look carried across the installer, login flow, lock screen, splash, browser start page, launcher, terminal, and desktop shell.

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KESK_KICKOFF

Patched terminal-style launcher integrated into Plasma instead of a loose theme pack.

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SPLIT_SHELL

Quickshell top HUD paired with a real Plasma bottom taskbar for daily desktop behavior.

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INSTALL_CHOICES

Calamares flow with browser selection, feature toggles, and optional software bundles.

From Boot To Desktop

A complete KeskOS path, not just a post-install skin.

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WRITE_ISO

Use Rufus, balenaEtcher, Ventoy, or a similar USB flashing tool.

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BOOT_LIVE

Try the Plasma desktop, terminal style, and launcher before installing.

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CHOOSE_STACK

Pick browser and optional bundles during the Calamares install flow.

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INSTALL_SYSTEM

Land in a branded KDE Plasma system with a consistent KeskOS identity.