I like Mint, though some tasks work only on Windows without other options. How should I handle this?
I like Mint, though some tasks work only on Windows without other options. How should I handle this?
TL;DR: I favor Linux and can only film CSGO there. On Windows, I rely on Visual Studio and DaVinci Resolve. My Windows VMware setup often felt sluggish despite adjustments. I need quicker, more reliable storage for video work—ideally replacing the Linux install with empty space for Windows. I’ve been using Linux Mint 21 daily for over a year, tolerating its quirks. Many issues could be fixed if needed, like missing GPU stats in System Monitor [1]. I appreciate the custom setup I built, even though it’s imperfect. Still, compatibility keeps me stuck dual-booting Windows 10. As a C#/.NET developer, I edit videos in DaVinci Resolve and play games on BlueStacks. Linux lets me do these tasks, but some features (like OBS recording) are limited. I record CSGO well in Linux, which is crucial for me. My main challenge is balancing the need for speed with what Linux can offer. I have two SSDs and am considering consolidating everything to Windows for smoother editing, though fast storage remains a priority. An external HDD is on the way for recordings and ISO files, but an SSD isn’t feasible right now. I’ve experimented with VMware, Android emulators, and Linux tools, but performance gaps persist. I’m seeking solutions that improve speed without sacrificing control. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
DaVinci Resolve works on Linux. For .NET development you can utilize Mono and JetBrains or VSCode. In gaming scenarios it simply fits the situation. If you rely heavily on Microsoft tools and wish to stay on Linux, dual booting or virtualization seems your main choice. As a developer focusing on Linux yet creating Windows apps, I personally employ KVM with GPU Passthru and looking Glass. The drawback here is you must configure your system as two separate units instead of one. For example, a Ryzen 3600 with 6 cores and 12 threads shared, the VM receives 6 vCPU and 64GB DDR4 while the host gets 16GB dedicated on 5700XT. The host connects to a Vega 56 and a dummy display adapter via PCI Passthru, and the HDD goes to the host as a single drive. A VM also receives an entire disk from the HDD. Other virtualization methods usually lag behind in speed. Nevertheless, for Valorant gaming, Vanguard offers active VM detection, making it a strong advantage. If you can't tolerate these alternatives or prefer spending more time in Windows, sticking to native Windows might be the wisest path. Edited April 30, 2023 by Nayr438
I’d suggest using a VM, though it isn’t always easy (based on what I’ve seen) and isn’t the ideal choice either. I’d stick to dual booting or invest in a desktop with two GPUs so you can run one through or skip the integrated graphics if needed. Sorry, I couldn’t help—this is something I’ve faced too.
I’m not really comfortable with the editing compromises on Linux because I don’t have the Studio version or compatible plugins. I’d like to give it a shot! It seems the project could be migrated, though. Honestly, I don’t mind missing those games—most of them run well on Linux via Steam Proton. I’m okay skipping the two locked titles on Windows. How can you do this? I’ve never seen guides treating the VM like a separate PC.
This document serves as a useful guide for your distribution, referencing Arch Linux and KVM documentation. For additional insights, tools like Looking Glass and Virt-Manager are recommended. A recent update was made on April 30, 2023, by Nayr438.