StellarMate OS 2.0+ uses atomic updates to ensure your system is fully updated correctly in one operation and that all system components work together reliably. This approach provides a more stable experience, especially for remote observatory deployments.

For advanced users that required direct access to the underlying Arch-based Pacman repository for custom software installation, you can disable atomic updates by running:

sudo /etc/stellarmate/atomic-updates.sh --disable

Disabling atomic updates will enable third-party software repositories, which could potentially lead to system instability. Only proceed if you understand the risks and are comfortable troubleshooting potential issues.