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New to Linux which OS to use? (lemdro.id)
submitted 11 months ago by to c/linux@programming.dev
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Finally making the transition from Windows to a Linux. I'm pretty sure it's been asked several times but which Linux OS would you recommend a beginner to use? I've seen Ubuntu and Mint as a good start. Not looking to do much. Game here and there (not too worried about Linux compatibility), streaming, editing videos. If I break any rules. I'm sorry.

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[–] 1 point 11 months ago (2 children)

Also, avoid Cachy or other Arch based distros for now. They are great, but a far more hands-on. Something for the future, when you are more comfortable with linux in general.

Yeah, I recently switched from Mint to EndeavourOS which is Arch, and it breaks way more often. But I must admit, it's more stable than Debian was 15 years ago, so I assume that Linux is getting friendlier in general

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  • [–] 1 point 11 months ago (1 child)

    @sukhmel @BlameTheAntifa modern debian might as well be written in stone. Exponentially more stable than Arch. I personally think immutable distros are the better choice for most people though.

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