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Is Bluefin/Aurora really as "set it and forget it" as it sounds?

Hi everyone,

I’ve been following the Bluefin/Aurora project for a while now. The concept of an OS that handles maintenance, updates, codecs, and drivers out of the box sounds like a premium experience.

I’m currently planning a new desktop build (AMD-based, Linux-compatible hardware) and want a system that just works without me having to fiddle with layering, specific repositories, or manual maintenance. While I enjoy tech and software, for this specific machine, I want to move away from "tinkering" and toward "using."

For those of you using Bluefin or Aurora:

Is it truly "set it and forget it"?

Can I realistically just install it and expect everything to work OOTB without needing to manage sources or manual updates?

What has your experience been like long-term?

How do you feel about the project's direction overall?

I’m interested in hearing about your real-world experience—is the "no maintenance" promise actually delivered?

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