Possibility of Desktop Firefox OS

[Anonymous]

While mobile Firefox OS was certainly a difficult challenge, I don't think it would be as reckless on a desktop or laptop. I think it's dangerous for something like Chrome OS to become popular, and it is worth competing against. Would the OS like below be possible?

• Fully open source
• Strong security and privacy protection
• User-friendly
• Active use of web apps

[Anonymous]

This is off-topic, but despite ZorinOS having Firefox pre-installed, there are a noticeable number of users who use Brave. I know how Brave was developed so I am not brave enough to use it.

[boudivv]

ChromeOS needs an open-source Firefox based alternative.

There was a FirefoxOS project. But it was aimed at mobile devices. It was the foundation for what now is KaiOS (https://www.kaiostech.com/)

The most versatile human interface today is the browser. And it is platform independent.

Please restart FirefoxOS, but this time for desktop and mobile.

[EcoNomad]

I'm already trying to replicate Firefox os on my pixel. by deleting any app and creating a website shortcut or pwa version if applicable. if they revitalize it or even made a desktop version that is similar to chromeos flex where I can just download it. I would be sold.

[Jon]

Potentially related idea here: Firefox OS 2.0: Turn Hundreds of Millions of 'Obsolete' PCs into Mozilla Users 

[cinar]

Feature Request: Firefox OS for Desktop PCs – A Privacy-First Alternative as Chrome OS Fades

Dear Mozilla Team and Community,

The desktop operating system market is increasingly dominated by proprietary systems that heavily track user data. With traditional alternatives like Chrome OS losing ground or failing to meet the demand for a truly open, lightweight web experience, users are in urgent need of an independent solution.

The absolute best candidate to fill this gap is Firefox—the true champion of an open and privacy-respecting web.

Therefore, I strongly request the development of a lightweight, fast, and privacy-first Firefox OS for Desktop Computers. Such a project would:
* Breathe new life into millions of older, obsolete PCs, promoting sustainable technology.
* Provide a safe harbor for users escaping the data-harvesting practices of the Google ecosystem.
* Put the best and most transparent browser on the market right at the core of a dedicated operating system.

Thank you for your dedication to a free and open web. I hope to see Mozilla lead the way in desktop environments once again!

[Jon]

(Note: similar ideas have been merged into this thread)