Handle this situation immediately.
Handle this situation immediately.
You're typing quickly because you're in a tech class and this student is asking you to partition his Mac and install Linux. He's being rude to everyone, so you want to respond with something constructive. You're looking for a stable distro that won't damage the computer but will be friendly enough for him. You also want to be able to connect via SSH if possible. Since you're not very experienced with Linux, you need clear steps and simple explanations.
It's against the law to access someone else's computer without permission. A common German proverb says, "Der Klügere gibt nach" – meaning the smart person will back down.
He deserves it, even if it feels harsh. I just want to be capable enough to handle it.