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OSGeoLive

Try 50+ Geospatial Applications Without Installing Anything

Overview

What is OSGeoLive?

OSGeoLive is a self-contained bootable platform available as a DVD, USB drive, or virtual machine. Built on Lubuntu, it enables users to explore a wide range of open source geospatial software without any installation requirements.

The entire system consists of free software, permitting unrestricted distribution, duplication, and sharing.

Current Version: OSGeoLive 16.0 - Based on Lubuntu 22.04 LTS
Features

Key Features

50+ Applications

Pre-configured geospatial tools for storage, publishing, viewing, analysis, and manipulation

Sample Datasets

Included datasets support hands-on learning and exploration

Documentation

Built-in quickstart guides and comprehensive documentation for each application

Freely Distributable

100% free software - share, copy, and redistribute without restrictions

Software

Included Software

OSGeoLive includes software across multiple categories:

Desktop GIS

  • QGIS
  • GRASS GIS
  • gvSIG Desktop
  • uDig
  • OpenJUMP
  • SAGA GIS

Web Mapping

  • GeoServer
  • MapServer
  • MapProxy
  • GeoNode
  • pygeoapi

Databases

  • PostGIS
  • SpatiaLite
  • Rasdaman

Libraries

  • GDAL/OGR
  • PROJ
  • GEOS
  • JTS

Navigation & Routing

  • OpenRouteService
  • OSRM
  • pgRouting

…and many more!

Start

Getting Started

Simple Steps

Using OSGeoLive is simple

  1. Download the ISO image or virtual machine
  2. Boot from DVD, USB, or import into your VM software
  3. Login (default user: user, password: user)
  4. Explore applications from the Geospatial menu
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Usage

Use Cases

Perfect For

OSGeoLive is ideal for

  • Training workshops - No software installation needed
  • Conferences - Demonstrate multiple tools easily
  • Education - Standardized environment for students
  • Evaluation - Try software before deploying
  • Offline work - Complete GIS toolkit without internet

Quick Facts

Size: ~5 GB (ISO)

Applications: 50+

Base: Lubuntu 22.04 LTS

Languages: Multiple

Download Options

  • ISO Image - Boot from DVD/USB
  • VirtualBox VM - Ready-to-run VM
  • VMWare - For VMWare users

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Resources

Contribute

OSGeoLive is a community project. We welcome contributions:

  • Test and report bugs
  • Write documentation
  • Translate to your language
  • Package new software

Contribute to OSGeoLive