Need assistance with your spare PC operating system?
Need assistance with your spare PC operating system?
With my new setup almost finished, I have a fully equipped PC: an Intel i5 2500K, Intel P8Z77 V-Pro, GTX 770, 650W power supply, 16GB of Vengeance RAM, a water cooler, and everything else. I'm searching for an operating system that fits well here. I don’t mind spending anything extra, and I’m okay with a cracked screen. Linux seems like a good option. Which Linux distributions are best for gaming? Are there other alternatives to consider? Would my older machine still perform well and run the games I use on Windows?
You might try Steam OS (link). It's a challenging distribution to manage completely, but really enjoyable to experiment with!
All Linux distributions behave similarly. If you're interested in desktop managers, any Linux distribution works well. The simplest options are those built around Debian. For beginners who prefer not to start from scratch, consider Mandriva or Ubuntu forks like Lubuntu, Xubuntu, or Kubuntu (each offers a different desktop environment). Use Unetbootin to install your choice, plug it into a USB drive, and boot into the live CD to explore the OS. You'll know you've found what you need once it fits your requirements.
Thanks a lot, I’ll be getting my old PC up one of the next few days. I’m still working on my current machine. There’s a lot to handle with cable management, updates, and all that. I finished building late last night and might even try Steam OS. I’m hoping to sell it, so I need something that will actually sell—feels like I shouldn’t be buying another Windows copy for the average user.