What Linux Distro to use?
What Linux Distro to use?
Your school asked everyone to buy chromebooks, but your keyboard is acting up and you’re relying more on Windows. You want to run Linux alongside Windows on your Dell Inspiron 15z for better battery life, and you’re considering a lightweight distro with basic web support. You mentioned Neverware was an option but ran into BIOS issues. Look for a minimal distro like Lubuntu, Xubuntu, or a lightweight Fedora variant that’s easy to install and uses less power. These will help you balance performance, battery use, and compatibility.
You've used Ubuntu before. Trying Lubuntu is fine; if it doesn't suit you, revert to Ubuntu.
Ubuntu works well for newcomers, though it isn't very power-saving. If you choose Ubuntu, Lubuntu offers the most minimal version available (with official backing). For a Chrome OS-like experience, try the open-source variant known as "Chromium OS," which is built on Chrome OS technology.
For those familiar with Windows, consider exploring Mint. It might have a fitting slogan such as: "I appreciate the look of Windows but I want to try Linux." You can download it here: https://www.linuxmint.com/download.php