Linux issues Linux problems Linux troubleshooting
Linux issues Linux problems Linux troubleshooting
Started with Pop OS and have a major question about adjusting file locations. For documents, downloads, photos, etc., I usually moved them to a separate drive so they didn’t clutter the main OS drive. On Windows, I’d set their locations on a different partition. When I tried Linux Mint last Monday, I spent about two hours trying to fix issues before giving up and returning to Windows. Then I switched to Pop OS on Tuesday and had much better success getting it to function as expected. I recall the process in Mint was simple, but in Pop OS I’m still struggling to change the folder settings.
It seems the best approach would be to move home to another drive. I’m not sure how to change this later since my setup was different during installation due to issues with dual booting and storage configuration.
Attempted to use an online tutorial, but encountered problems because the drive was already set up and running on Windows. I’m considering adjusting settings via the terminal, but I’d rather avoid risking damage if I need to revert to Windows later. Instead, I might purchase a new drive dedicated solely to Linux.
I own a 256GB NVMe SSD used as my operating system drive. It’s divided into balanced partitions, with Pop OS on one side. The device remains unchanged, and switching between OS versions hasn’t affected performance.
I’m not familiar with Piper for keyboards, but you might explore other tools like Keyboard Maestro or AutoHotkey for customizing your setup. Let me know if you’d like suggestions!
For my G613, I haven’t coded much in Linux to explore G button programming, and I’m not familiar with RGB settings. The standard setup handles basic keyboard needs well.
I have a few questions about my recent Linux trials this week. I began with Mint on Monday night and invested around three hours in setup and fixing problems like games failing to launch on Steam. By 2 a.m., I decided to switch back to Windows. On Tuesday, I tried Pop OS and managed to resolve many of the issues I faced on Mint thanks to online guides. While I gained valuable Linux experience, I still spent time finding alternatives for Windows features, which was frustrating when options were limited. It was impressive how things functioned, but it felt like more effort was needed to get things running smoothly. Recently, after nearly a week using Pop OS as my main system, I switched back to Windows and completely removed the Pop OS installation (one of my previous posts mentioned changes I attempted with drives). I also replaced a drive at Microcenter with a new one and a 1TB SSD. I encountered problems where the SSD didn’t appear in my setup—only two slots worked unless I skipped the GPU. After removing one drive and installing the new one, booting into Pop OS showed just a gray login screen instead of any progress. I switched to Windows to investigate further, then reinserted the original drive, which worked perfectly with Pop OS. Later, when I learned about the issue, I upgraded to a newer drive in my M.2 slot and tried unmounting and deleting it again, but the same gray background appeared. I also spent time installing AMD and Mesa drivers for the GPU and configuring Freesync, all while dealing with login problems. Eventually, after much trial and error, I decided to stop using W11 and aim to fully switch to Linux in the next few years. I’m still unsure if I’ll ever return to Pop OS, and I’m weighing whether to go with Mint or Ubuntu moving forward. I’m more comfortable with Debian-based distros than Arch, though I know there are options.
I've noticed Fedora offers a great blend of cutting-edge features—releasing twice a year with updates in between—and it ends its lifecycle around version 2, which means support lasts about two years. You're positioned further ahead compared to Debian, which tends to move downstream, so you avoid outdated software that's been locked out for months before new releases. Compared to Ubuntu, Fedora feels more like the upstream direction, giving you fresher options without the delays. Flatpak has expanded access to most applications across different distros now. If you require something exclusive to another distribution, Distrobox is a viable option—it lets you emulate another OS environment using your current one’s kernel. I've installed many packages from the AUR on Arch inside a Distrobox setup on my Fedora system, and it runs quite smoothly. The main drawback is that Fedora enforces strict policies against patent-encumbered software by default, so you may need to add specific repositories for non-FOSS items. Setting this up is straightforward via the Software Manager, or you can follow the official flathub guide on their site. In short, I’ve experimented with various distros throughout my Linux journey—from Debian-based to Arch-based—and Fedora has become my go-to choice.