A simple and lightweight Linux distribution is available.
A simple and lightweight Linux distribution is available.
Are you kidding? I’m using Arch Linux and it doesn’t give me any info! It always does exactly what I ask, but it never tells me anything useful. Once you set it up properly, it should last for years with Ubuntu flavors like Lubuntu or Xubuntu—those packages are often unnecessary. KDE isn’t great; it’s not lightweight at all. You might want to try “arch linux + openbox.”
I believe he's talking about regular updates. When you use software that alerts you about updates, you'll often hear messages saying you need to update. If you ignore these updates for too long, your system might stop working properly. That's pretty much how Arch users usually act. By the way, KDE isn't bad—it's lighter than GNOME and similar to Cinnamon, though I wouldn't suggest it for very old computers with modern browsers or less than 2GB RAM. Arch is considered light because it comes with minimal default stuff, but it struggles with splitting software into separate packages (Arch usually bundles development files) and maintaining good dependency lists compared to other distros. You could set up a Debian, Fedora, openSUSE, or Ubuntu system with fewer unnecessary items than an Arch setup with the same software installed.
Consider trying elementary OS—it fits most of your needs, looks quite appealing with a macOS feel, includes some built-in apps (though not overwhelming), and has a simple App Store for missing items. It’s designed to be beginner-friendly, even for someone like me who’s new to tech.
I installed elementalOS on several older family members' computers, and I receive much less assistance compared to when they used Windows. It isn't the fastest distribution, but it meets the other needs well.
You should refresh regularly, about once a week. Most changes don’t need a full restart—just logging out and back in works. This seems preferable to the system that alerts you to restart soon.
I believe KDE Neon is your top choice. The Plasma Destop has seen significant improvements and boasts minimal bugs. The customization options are enjoyable, though they can be a bit challenging and time-consuming. It offers a nice little journey to grasp the fundamentals. KDE Neon runs on Ubuntu 16.04, which provides a solid foundation. From there, it delivers a user-friendly, stable, and secure environment. It includes enough features to keep you away from command-line tasks while maintaining performance. Even with its built-in desktop effects, resource consumption remains low. On my system, I have roughly 500MB of free space after restarting. The Plasma desktop is currently running on my Arch Linux setup. I’ve never used KDE Neon before; my friend recently switched me from GNOME to Plasma and has been very satisfied ever since.