On 07/24/2017 12:30 AM, Junayeed Ahnaf via arch-general wrote:
Why is there no NetworkManager in ArchISO?
Isn't it widely accepted as the go to method of connecting to internet in Linux? No, not in general like that. Network manager is primarily used for network management with desktop environments, most commonly Gnome, as
Arch Linux is not like desktop focused distributions. Therefore, it's ISO does not come with "everything but the kitchen sink" where you have a turn-key desktop after running a GUI installer or install script. It has the base set of software you need to assemble what you need for your given install target. the other respondent noted. Arch Linux is used in many different ways, not only for the desktop.
Is there any reason for it not to be default? The defaults for the ISO would generally be the simpler options, and less likely to be something large with a lot of dependencies. Also, minimalist ISOs were the norm rather than the exception in years past and for Reasons. They still are in some cases or with some distros. Also, there are not always application defaults with Arch Linux like you might have with a desktop distro. Arch is "DIY/build your own and choose your own defaults (for the most part)" type of distro.