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=== Sleeper OS Installation Guide ===
== Introduction ==

Sleeper OS is a Linux® distribution designed for provide a brief description of Sleeper OS. This guide will walk you through the installation process, covering basic partitioning and steps for installation from a Windows environment.
== What is a Partition? ==

A partition is a logical division of a physical disk, allowing you to organize and manage your data effectively. Each partition functions as a separate unit, and it can contain a file system that determines how data is stored and accessed.

== Basic Partitioning ==

Before installing Sleeper OS, you need to create partitions for the operating system. Follow these basic steps:

  -  **Backup Data:** Ensure you have backed up important data on your system.
  -  **Boot from Installation Media:** Insert the Sleeper OS installation media and boot your system from it.
  -  **Start Installation:** Launch the Sleeper OS installer and choose the option to manually partition your disk.
  -  **Create Partitions:** Create at least two partitions - one for the root filesystem ("/") and other for EFI (at least 500MB).
  -  **File System:** Assign the appropriate file system (ext4 is commonly used) to each partition.
  - **Mount Points:** Set the mount points for the partitions. The root partition ("/") and EFI ("ESP") are mandatory. The rest optional.

== Installation from Windows ==

If you're installing Sleeper OS from a Windows environment, follow these steps:

  -  **Download Sleeper OS ISO:** Visit the official Sleeper OS website and download the ISO image for the desired version.
  -  **Create Bootable USB:** Use a tool like Rufus or BalenaEtcher to create a bootable USB drive with the Sleeper OS ISO.
  -  **Boot from USB:** Insert the USB drive into your computer, restart it, and boot from the USB drive.
  -  **Follow On-Screen Instructions:** Once the Sleeper OS installer loads, follow the on-screen instructions to initiate the installation process.
  -  **Partitioning:** During the installation, you'll reach the partitioning step. Follow the basic partitioning steps mentioned earlier.

For more detailed information and troubleshooting, refer to the official Sleeper OS documentation.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Sleeper OS on your system. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, consult the official Sleeper OS documentation for additional guidance.

== How do I add a new user (eg: Replacing existing)? ==
Simply put the command:


''
sudo adduser your-newuser
''


In the terminal, and it will ask you some things. Once it'is done, there it is! You can log in with your new user