It's disappointing when USB speeds improve.
It's disappointing when USB speeds improve.
I just installed Linux Mint on my very old USB 2.0 stick that I accessed through an X360 cable. It’s disappointing to see it perform so much better than the internal drive under normal conditions. Switching to Windows feels like a step back, especially with the constant wear on the hard drive sectors. I’m not sure how to get the most out of Linux yet—I’m feeling a bit embarrassed about this. :unsure:
It's typical for Linux to perform better and use less resources compared to Windows. Perhaps swapping your Windows drive could help improve things.
The only solution is to install an SSD for a smooth browsing experience. Alternatively, you could keep it as-is but add some basic functionality. Either way, I’m able to run tasks efficiently now.
Honestly, if I weren’t interested in games, I’d have chosen something else years back. It’s quicker almost everywhere, doesn’t require virus checks, is free and open source, manages multiple users much better than Windows ever did, supports native multiple desktops, etc.
Think about how exciting it would be to have a one-button boot switch that brings us all together in happiness. Picture this: I'm using Ubuntu, and I want to play some games. I press the button, and the system preserves my settings like a virtual machine, then launches Windows. After finishing, just press it again and Ubuntu restarts exactly where you left off—no need for a reboot.
Could you clarify what you mean? Are you suggesting a better wine existed in the past that performed better, and you wouldn't change your preference?