ABOUT ArchEX 2026 Build 260106
I’ve made a new extra version of ArchEX with KDE Plasma 6.5.4-1 – latest version released 251209. Plasma is made to stay out of the way as it helps you get things done. But under its light and intuitive surface, it’s a powerhouse. So you’re free to choose ways of usage right as you need them and when you need them. This ArchEX version uses kernel 6.18.2-arch2-1. ArchEX can very easy be installed to hard drive (if you want) with Calamares Installer version 3.4.0 (latest). Installed (by me) from source.

Replacement
This ArchEX version replaces version 250507, 241124, 240509 and 240106.

Study all installed packages in ArchEX 2026 with KDE Plasma 6.5.4-1.

How To dual boot, triple boot or multi boot Linux with Windows in a simple way and be happy
Before installing ArchEX or any other Linux system my general installation instructions may be of interest.

Wayland
Some people think that using Wayland in a Linux System is very important. Wayland is said to be the modern, simpler, more secure replacement for the aging X11 display server, offering better performance. ArchEX KDE uses Wayland instead of the X11 display server.

Rolling distribution
Arch Linux/ArchEX are rolling distributions, which implies that once you have installed the system on the hard drive there is no need for re-installations (which otherwise is common in the Linux world).

WHO should run Arch Linux?
My answer: The system fits the “advanced” Linux user/enthusiast, who would be willing to run an occasional command from time to time.

BENEFITS of ArchEX/Arch Linux
“Cutting Edge”-software and speed. You will for example always run the latest kernel if you upgrade ArchEX/Arch (for example) every month.

SCREENSHOTS
ArchEX Plasma Desktop for user
ArchEX running in VirtualBox with Guest Additions installed
ArchEX running Calamares Installer as root
Showing SDDM Login Screen

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