How to Choose The Right Linux Distro

How to Choose The Right Linux Distro
Choosing a Linux distribution can be difficult, because there are loads of Linux distros to choose from, if you want to view different Linux distros, then this video is for you.

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#linux #windows10 #techtips #linuxdistro #linuxdesktop

[ant]

It's important to note that the appearances of many distros are a function of their theme and desktop environment, both of which are easy to change

[Michael_Knight]

"The Sims 4" was the last thing tethering me to Windows. When I bought a physical copy (DVD) of the game and tried installing it on Fedora Linux via Wine, I found that it worked perfectly. My other option was a digital download using the "EA App, " which _doesn't work on Linux AT ALL, _ because EA doesn't like Linux. Anyway, now that I can play "The Sims 4" on Fedora, I can proudly say I have kicked Windows to the curb for good, and I am NEVER looking back.

[wednesdayrose]

I've been using MX Linux for five years and its rock stable & very reliable. I consider myself just a general user and I just use my laptop for web browsing & banking and at times using Krita for art works.

[AndreaBorman]

Hi Brian. I am glad that you are doing Linux videos as well as one on Windows. I admire that you are supporting users who are still with what is a failing operating system. Which is Windows 11 and Microsoft are not doing anything to make that easier for users. I think there is going to come a time when it may be no other option but to switch to Linux because of the problems Microsoft are creating. So new users coming from Windows will need to get used to Linux and learn how to use it. That's not hard to do as there are many distros that are set up for new users, in mind. Linux Mint is one of them and as you say there are many others. I am an ex-Windows user. I used to use Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows 8 as well as Windows Vista, but I changed to Linux 2 years ago. When Microsoft stopped support for Windows 7 and 8. The Linux I went to was Linux Mint which I had also used before in the past. This time I switched to it permanently and made the break away from Windows. I am now on Linux full time and I think I have adapted very well to it. There are some things that you may have to give up when you switch to Linux but not much. I never used Adobe Photoshop on Windows because you have to pay for it and I never did any gaming. I was running Windows 7 on a netbook so I couldn't anyway. So the only thing I had to give up was Windows Movie Maker but I found Openshot Video Editor which is very much like Windows Movie Maker. Well not exactly the same but it does the job. I now use Debian and since I have been on Linux I have not had any of the problems I used to have with Windows 8. So it is the right move I think. So long as you can accept that Linux is not exactly like Windows and won't run all of the Windows apps you will be fine. There are Linux versions of most of the software such as web browsers and media players and office suites. So you won't be missing very much.

[authurstretchygreenthing]

The easy answer to this question is Mint if you're a Windows user, you disagree with the 24H2 update, you're currently being threatened with a death timer on Windows 10, and you want to stay smart because you're a beginner. Also Mint 22's coming out pretty soon, and it has some cool features like context menu customization. However, no matter which one you choose, it's the best idea to download something like Virtualbox and train yourself to use the distro as a virtual machine first. Because no matter which distro you choose, it's going to be VERY different to what you're used to. Even if you use Mint. Also, please make sure to take the proper steps to make sure you don't accidentally nuke your hard drive, especially while partitioning.

[mcintosh]

You should make more learning videos about linux, mainly starting out of making sure the bluetooth, email, fixes, or more important issues besides gaming that we need to use computer for, so we can try to get away from microsoft drama and problems

[BiswajitGhosh-pntk]

If you come from windows to Linux then choose kde as desktop environment. Personally I am using Fedora with kde Personally I would avoid Ubuntu they force to use snap.

[welshtony]

I forgot about this site, thanks for the reminder. I quite like PopOS tbh. It's not to bad to use

[seeratlasdtyria]

thanks for some really interesting information.

[MikeBob]

Thank you, Brian! 🙏🏼

I've read a bit about Mint and I'm actually thinking about putting a brand new build together just to run Linux on (whichever distro I ultimately decide to go with), in order to 'get my feet wet' and learn it by working with it. (Wish me luck and thanks again! 🍀)

[KelticLad]

excellent video nicley explained keep up the good work

[gerrykeaveney]

Good man Brian, another informative video. Ive a win 10 laptop that id like to update to win 11, but without any bloat, no bitlocker, basically the basic OS and without having to do a fresh install as i would like to keep all my programs and files etc. is this something you could cover in a video at some point? be great help if you have time.

[monopodbs]

What a clever idea; a great find. Cheers Brian.

[markjackson]

Thank you Brian for a very informative video. I have Windows 10 and 11 dual booted on a couple machine and I have trying Linux Mint on my daughters old machine. I'm a gamer at heart and was pleasantly surprised to find Minecraft is working on Linux Mint and is working quite well. I agree totally I'm finding Linux Mint a very good choice.

[johngoard]

Nice one Brian and yes I have used Linux Mint "Cinnamon" in the past in fact I still have it installed on a secondary drive in my old Sandy Bridge build, and reckon it is in my mind the best Linux OS. So if anyone who has an old computer and cannot afford to replace the old one then views this video I can thoroughly recommend that distro. The only thing that at times puts me off about the Linux distros and I have tried quite a few - is getting the hang of using the sudo command prompt and the frequent need to update the apps one has installed. Having said that the Linux system is of course free and easy to use once one gets used to the way one navigates the system. I must add that I do not game, which might be a hindrance for those who do.

[johnpedersen]

I agree to your suggestions Brian about Mint and Zorin OS. Those 2 will be the easy way to go as a Windows user. As a Linux user in some time you have to use the terminal. I think that Mint will be the best choise to searh for help on the internet. Mint has been here a long time and a lot of information can be found on the internet and forum. Installing HP printers can in some of the distros be a little tricky, but can be done.

[MrBmarx]

As usual, it is a very interesting video and the ability to give a try to all these distros is really impressive. I just regret that I couldn’t find important information such as the origin of a Linux which is not commonly used. I think that in fact there are those who will prefer the Debian based distros (.Deb with famous APT-GET command) and, for example, all these that are based on.rpm. Of course, if you are really new to Linux, you won’t be aware of these main differences. However, the look and feel (it’s obviously important but not the main reason to choose one or another), may attract people into a kind of trap so an introductory information explaining these differences seem to me useful and even compulsory.

[gil_L]

I’m using Rocky Linux as my main daily drive. Very stable with no real issues at all. Also a lot of proprietary software recommends Rocky.

[drewnewby]

How did I miss this website? Thanks for this!

[real_lostinthefogofwar]

I like the Budgie UI, it's boring like Windows, I use it with Fedora, but can be installed on any distro