I’ve always used Windows, but it seems like it’s time for Linux. Right now, I’m looking for information about how it works and what the differences are. In some ways, it feels like moving to a new place...
What we have is Microsoft and its OS—a fully centralized system. If you read the user agreement, essentially all the information about your actions is collected by the company. And then there’s Linux, which is developed in a decentralized way. Basically, it’s WEB2 vs WEB3.
Exactly. I found Windows was stopping me doing things. Linux can be more of a challenge initially, but I mostly use a browser anyway. I have apps for music and video work that are adequate.
I suggest you buy a used laptop (with 64-bit processor) and try different flavors of Linux. Anything in the Debian family has lots of community support and not too much of a learning curve. Ubuntu Studio comes with lots of useful stuff. Kubuntu has a familiar Windows-like layout.
Thank you for the advice. I plan to install Linux on my primary PC, which is quite modern and allows for future upgrades. What do you think about Linux Mint and Fedora Linux?
I haven't written much about Linux in a long while. I'm no expert, just someone who has dabbled for a long time. I basically started with what I suggested for you: I bought a cheap used PC and learned on something I didn't mind breaking until I was comfortable.
No, I have them on different devices. I've been into FOSS for a long time but switched to Windows just last year 😂 cause I wanna play games and learn windows security system and interface.
There's no real challenge to using Linux as a daily driver. Firefox works like on Windows, or you can use Chromium if you prefer. LibreOffice is one of many good office suites. Krita, Darktable, OpenShot, etc. are FOSS alternatives to common corporate programs.
LibreOffice is definitely solid. While sometimes they don't have the plugins for standard font, it's something that can be easily installed. At least back in college days, I had to customize it a bit just so it could fit the uni standard for writing and such
I really like that Linux offers a lot of open-source software, as well as free programs for work. It’s probably a matter of habit to get comfortable using most of the software on Linux.
Linux I think. I switch between places because both has its own purposes. I just find using the terminal a lot easier than having to figure out where the settings are
A few years ago, I tried switching to Linux. Back then, I tried Ubuntu, if I’m not mistaken, and I didn’t like the experience—it was too complicated. But now, a lot has changed, both in product development and in my mindset.
Windows 10 on one laptop, Lubuntu on another, and Raspberry Pis all running Raspbian OS. I only use Micro$oft because of gaming and drafting/design software.
An interesting correlation: large companies primarily release products for Windows, as it is a dominant monopolist in the OS market (ensuring high sales). As a result, people are forced to voluntarily install an operating system that collects their personal data.
Just Linux at home. Have to use Windows at work.
I’ve always used Windows, but it seems like it’s time for Linux. Right now, I’m looking for information about how it works and what the differences are. In some ways, it feels like moving to a new place...
I can do all I need with Linux. Mind you, I'm not a gamer.
What we have is Microsoft and its OS—a fully centralized system. If you read the user agreement, essentially all the information about your actions is collected by the company. And then there’s Linux, which is developed in a decentralized way. Basically, it’s WEB2 vs WEB3.
Exactly. I found Windows was stopping me doing things. Linux can be more of a challenge initially, but I mostly use a browser anyway. I have apps for music and video work that are adequate.
I suggest you buy a used laptop (with 64-bit processor) and try different flavors of Linux. Anything in the Debian family has lots of community support and not too much of a learning curve. Ubuntu Studio comes with lots of useful stuff. Kubuntu has a familiar Windows-like layout.
Thank you for the advice. I plan to install Linux on my primary PC, which is quite modern and allows for future upgrades. What do you think about Linux Mint and Fedora Linux?
Mint is fine. It's another Debian-based distro with good community support. If you want the GNOME desktop, you can install it.
I wouldn't recommend Fedora for a newbie, or really anyone else, unless there's a specific reason you want to try it.
It seems like you have a good understanding of Linux distributions and experience with them. Do you by any chance write about these topics?
I haven't written much about Linux in a long while. I'm no expert, just someone who has dabbled for a long time. I basically started with what I suggested for you: I bought a cheap used PC and learned on something I didn't mind breaking until I was comfortable.
Linux and Windows
Do you have this on the same device?
No, I have them on different devices. I've been into FOSS for a long time but switched to Windows just last year 😂 cause I wanna play games and learn windows security system and interface.
And what do you like more for daily use?
There's no real challenge to using Linux as a daily driver. Firefox works like on Windows, or you can use Chromium if you prefer. LibreOffice is one of many good office suites. Krita, Darktable, OpenShot, etc. are FOSS alternatives to common corporate programs.
LibreOffice is definitely solid. While sometimes they don't have the plugins for standard font, it's something that can be easily installed. At least back in college days, I had to customize it a bit just so it could fit the uni standard for writing and such
I really like that Linux offers a lot of open-source software, as well as free programs for work. It’s probably a matter of habit to get comfortable using most of the software on Linux.
Linux I think. I switch between places because both has its own purposes. I just find using the terminal a lot easier than having to figure out where the settings are
A few years ago, I tried switching to Linux. Back then, I tried Ubuntu, if I’m not mistaken, and I didn’t like the experience—it was too complicated. But now, a lot has changed, both in product development and in my mindset.
Windows 10 on one laptop, Lubuntu on another, and Raspberry Pis all running Raspbian OS. I only use Micro$oft because of gaming and drafting/design software.
An interesting correlation: large companies primarily release products for Windows, as it is a dominant monopolist in the OS market (ensuring high sales). As a result, people are forced to voluntarily install an operating system that collects their personal data.
Steam is still centralized, but it has played a huge role in encouraging game devs to support Linux.