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readme: calamares Q&A, clarify revival+modernization

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Modern revival of the Antergos live installer ISO, based on the maintained EndeavourOS-ISO.
Both a revival **and** a modernization of the Antergos live installer ISO, based on the maintained EndeavourOS-ISO.
Provides a live GNOME environment to install Arch Linux using **Cnchi**, the original Antergos installer — now patched for modern Python, with multi-DE support and the original installer experience.
Provides a live GNOME environment to install Arch Linux using **Cnchi**, the original Antergos installer — overhauled for modern Python (GTK4), with multi-DE support and the original installer experience re-engineered for 2026.
This is not a museum piece. We keep what worked, fix what broke, and aren't afraid to add new things. Cnchi stays because it's what makes Antergos *Antergos* — but we've gutted the guts and replaced the pipes.
**Calamares** is also included as an **experimental** alternative installer.
## Why Cnchi and not Calamares?
| | Cnchi (default) | Calamares (experimental) |
|---|---|---|
| **Status** | Primary installer, actively developed | Experimental, community requested |
| **Experience** | Original Antergos feel, custom GTK4 UI | Standard Calamares workflow |
| **Development** | Part of the project's DNA | Porting effort, needs testing |
**Q: Why not just use Calamares like everyone else?**
A: Because Antergos NeXT is a revival of *Antergos*, not another EndeavourOS or Arch derivative. Cnchi *is* the Antergos installer. Replacing it would defeat the purpose.
**Q: So why include Calamares at all?**
A: Community feedback. Some users prefer Calamares' workflow. We're not here to force anyone — both are available. Pick the one that fits you.
**Q: Is Calamares fully functional?**
A: Not yet. It's experimental. Some features (lembrame, desktop-specific tweaks) are Cnchi-only. Calamares is there for testing and as a fallback.
**Q: Will Calamares become the default in the future?**
A: Only if Cnchi becomes unmaintainable. As long as Cnchi works, it stays default. Calamares is a backup, not a replacement.
## Desktop Editions