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.
It's a shame. I find it strange that no one in the Hive ecosystem writes about Linux. The essence and spirit of Linux seem to align with the spirit of Hive, as far as I understand.
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.
It's a shame. I find it strange that no one in the Hive ecosystem writes about Linux. The essence and spirit of Linux seem to align with the spirit of Hive, as far as I understand.