There's isn't probably a piece of software that is as hated as Windows 8's Metro UI. Some seasoned Windows enthusiasts like it, but most of the normal day-to-day user had a hard time getting used to it. Operating System U is being readied with the regular user in mind, and is based on Manjaro Linux. A quick overview of the project.
Operating System U: How is it different?
Everything looks good on paper. But the important question is, how is Operating System U any different from the plethora of alternatives we already have?
Operating System U vs. Ubuntu:
Operating System U vs. Windows 8:
Interested? Head to KickStarter for more details and funding.