Gnu-HALO 0.1 Alpha review

Gnu-HALO is a linux distribution based very closely on SLAX Linux for the time being, and there are plans to keep software binary com

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Gnu-HALO is a linux distribution based very closely on SLAX Linux for the time being, and there are plans to keep software binary compatability as the project matures.

Here are some key features of "Gnu HALO":
Slim and modular core operating system. The OS will have a set core of libraries, making standardized support and development easier for everyone on an open source platform.
Secure operating system. The core OS will install as a read-only environment to any bootable storage device that it will fit onto. All applications will be located outside of the core OS and will be read/writable under root permission for ease of update.
Firewall whitelists. Under a default configuration, no traffic in or out of the system unless it's for a pre-approved application, only when the application is open, and only on the port(s) the application has been approved for.
Software whitelists. Under a default configuration, no application can run on the system unless it's been properly registered as an authorized application.
Portable user profiles. Create user profiles that can not only be easily backed up, but its files and address book can be used to instantly customize any portable electronics device to the user with the portable profile. Additionally, with the portable profile the end user can log into any computer supporting the ability to log into the portable account and bring up the user's desktop.
Optimized user interface. Placement of the most important desktop elements will be located in screen corners and on screen edges for faster mouse targeting. Full keyboard commands will be supported as well. Additional elements that aren't located on screen will be in menus no deeper than two levels.
Unique color schemes. The default color schemes will be a radical departure from standard desktop colors. Cooler and warmer earth-tones will be the primary palette focus, with a high contrast light text on dark background layout to help reduce the effects of eyestrain and fatigue during extended computing sessions.
Language and dexterity sensitive desktop layout. Various window and desktop elements will be placed according to the end user's language settings and hand dominance. This will help the interface to be more intuitive to the end user.