Potential Operating Systems for Future FISSURE Support

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Potential Operating Systems for Future FISSURE Support

The list below includes potential operating systems that FISSURE is hoping to support in its future endeavors.

1. Arch Linux
   GR Version: v3.10.6.0 (usually offers the latest stable version of GNU Radio)
   Comment: Lightweight, flexible, and user-centric distribution known for its simplicity, modularity, and rolling-release model. SDR applications and tools available on Arch Linux range from GNU Radio and its various modules to specific SDR hardware drivers and utilities.
   User Base: Relatively small but dedicated user base
2. Raspberry Pi OS
   GR Version: v3.10.5.1 (the availability of GNU Radio versions might vary)
   Comment: Debian-based operating system designed specifically for the Raspberry Pi single-board computers. While Raspberry Pi might not be the most powerful platform for intensive SDR applications, it is useful for lightweight SDR projects and educational purposes.
   User Base: Massive user base globally
3. Fedora
   GR Version: v3.10.4.0 (usually offers the latest stable version of GNU Radio)
   Comment: It is known for its focus on using the latest technologies and provides a stable environment for SDR development. Fedora's repositories offer GNU Radio and related tools, making it straightforward to set up an SDR development environment.
   User Base: Significant user within Linux community
4. Windows
   GR Version: v3.10.6.0 (usually offers the latest stable version of GNU Radio)
   Comment: Not the most popular choice for SDR development due to its limitations with open-source software. However, some SDR hardware manufacturers offer Windows-compatible drivers and software, allowing users to work with SDR devices on this platform. GNU Radio can be installed on Windows using the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) or virtual machines.
   User Base: Massive user base globally
5. macOS
   GR Version: v3.10.6.0 (usually offers the latest stable version of GNU Radio through Homebrew)
   Comment: Not as common as Linux for SDR development, macOS users can still engage in SDR projects using software like GNU Radio. One limitation of macOS for SDR development is the closed nature of the operating system compared to open-source Linux distributions.
   User Base: Massive user base globally

Additional Notes:

Please note that the support will be limited to operating systems capable of running GNU Radio.You can find the detailed installation guides for each operating systems that are capable of downloading and supporting GNU Radio using the following link: GNU Radio Installation Guides.

Should you have any other operating systems in mind that you believe FISSURE should consider supporting, or if you have any additional comments or suggestions, we would highly appreciate your input. Your feedback will help us improve FISSURE's compatibility and usability to make it more accessible to users with different preferences and requirements.