The formation of separate alternative builds of the OpenMandriva distribution kit, supplied with the LXQt desktop environment, has begun (in the main build, KDE is offered by default). Two options are offered for download: Rock based on the stable release of OpenMandriva Lx 4.3 (1.6 GB, x86_64) and Rolling (1.7 GB, x86_64) based on an experimental continuously updated repository with fresh versions of programs used in the preparation of the next release.
The OpenMandriva distribution is notable for using its own build infrastructure, supplying the RPMv4 package manager and DNF package management tools (RPMv5 and urpmi were originally used), building packages and the Linux kernel using the Clang compiler, using the Calamares installer, and using the PipeWire media server. The LXQt (Qt Lightweight Desktop Environment) environment is positioned as a lightweight, modular, fast and convenient continuation of the development of the Razor-qt and LXDE desktops, incorporating the best features of both shells. The LXQt interface continues to follow the ideas of the classic desktop organization, bringing a modern look and feel to enhance the user experience.
Source: opennet.ru