Installing Manjaro Linux with system-wide encryption and a modern Btrfs filesystem can significantly enhance your system’s security and functionality. However, the default GRUB configuration doesn’t account for non-US keymaps at boot, potentially causing headaches when entering your encryption password. This guide walks you through setting up encryption, replacing GRUB with Systemd-boot, and configuring Secure Boot for increased security (and cooliness 😁).
“Hey, Pal! How are you? Remember that little project I had on the CubieTruck? I resumed hacking on it. But it’s a pity, I lost my root password… I have to start all over again. Any chance you remember what silly password we choose together?”