ArcaOS 5.1.2 Released with Enhanced UEFI and GPT Support
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Summary
Arca Noae has released ArcaOS 5.1.2, an operating system update that improves support for modern UEFI-based systems and GPT disk layouts while maintaining compatibility with traditional BIOS systems. The release is available in multiple languages and is free for users with active ArcaOS 5.1 support subscriptions, continuing the company's commitment to the OS/2 platform with enhanced drivers and hardware support.
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ArcaOS 5.1.2 improves the support for installation on the latest generation of UEFI-based systems, as well as the ability to install to GPT-based disk layouts.
This enables ArcaOS 5.1.2 to install on a wide array of modern hardware.
As with all ArcaOS releases, ArcaOS 5.1.2 still boots, installs, and runs well on traditional BIOS-based systems, offering enhanced stability and performance for either environment.
This release is free of charge to those with active ArcaOS 5.1 Support.
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