| Configurations/Hosts/Default | ||
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| nixos95 | ||
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| flake.lock | ||
| flake.nix | ||
| README.md | ||
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NixOS-95
A nostalgic Windows 95-inspired NixOS setup with modern pastel vibes.
This is a NixOS configuration designed to evoke the pixel-perfect charm of Windows 95, infused with a clean, soft pastel aesthetic. Lightweight, customizable, and perfect for retro lovers or low-spec setups.
🖥️ System Overview
- OS: NixOS
- DE: XFCE (customized)
- GTK Theme: Chicago95
- Icons & Wallpapers: aconfuseddragon
📁 Directory Overview
tree .
NixOS-95/
├── flake.nix
├── flake.lock
├── Configurations/
│ └── Hosts/
│ └── Default/
│ ├── configuration.nix
│ ├── hardware-configuration.nix
│ ├── user.nix
│ ├── home/
│ │ ├── home.nix
│ │ ├── desktop.nix
│ │ └── user-packages.nix
│ └── variables/
│ ├── system-vars.nix
│ └── user-vars.nix
├── Modules/
│ ├── Applications/
│ └── System/
├── nixos95
│ ├── dotfiles/
│ ├── core.nix
│ ├── default.nix
│ ├── desktop.nix
│ ├── keybinds.nix
│ ├── taskbar.nix
│ └── theme.nix
├── Ressources/
│ ├── Icons/
│ ├── Images/
│ │ └── Wallpapers/
│ └── Themes/
├── README.md
Wallpaper and Aesthetics
Wallpapers are located in ./Resources/Images/Wallpapers.
Some have been lightly edited. Originals were created by aconfuseddragon.
I do not own any of the icons or wallpapers.
If you showcase or redistribute them, please credit the original artists.
Installation
Requires a NixOS install.
-
Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/peritia-system/NixOS-95.git NixOS cd NixOS -
Regenerate hardware configuration:
sudo nixos-generate-config --dir Configurations/Hosts/Default -
Build and switch to the system configuration:
sudo nixos-rebuild switch --flake .#default \ --extra-experimental-features flakes \ --extra-experimental-features pipe-operators -
Apply user settings with Home Manager:
home-manager switch
Experimental Features
NixOS-95 relys on multiple experimental nix features. These are:
- flakes
- pipe-operators They are needed to activate the configuration.
To enable them in your config set:
nix.settings.experimental-features = [
"flakes" "pipe-operators"
];
Rebuild Notes
Due to how Home Manager and XFCE handle theming, changes may not fully apply on the first attempt.
For best results:
- Rebuild twice
- Log out and back in after each rebuild
Features
- Pixel-style retro desktop with pastel polish
- Lightweight and XFCE-powered (great for low-spec machines)
- Flake-based configuration with easy updates
- Themed with Chicago95 and matching icon set
Showcase
Final Thoughts
This setup was built for my boyfriend to use during school. I love how this setup turned out—it's nostalgic and clean, so I wanted to give more people the opportunity to use it. Hope you enjoy it!