Whats linux like?
Whats linux like?
Your new setup means ditching Windows 10 for Linux. Here are the main pros and cons to consider.
I haven't tried it myself, but I can point out some drawbacks. Linux's main weakness is its limited support for programs and apps. Gaming isn't really recommended, even on MacOS. You'll have to pick from many versions that suit your needs. On the positive side, it's free and most browsers (such as Chrome) function well. I'd think about setting up a Hackintosh—though this site can't assist with that due to guidelines—but it's not as straightforward, though once it works, MacOS offers a much richer experience.
Linux is opensource, which is nice... but with my experience with Linux (mostly Ubuntu, Lubuntu, openSUSE, and Puppy Dog Linux), you have to use Terminal, alot. It's gotten a lot better, especially with popular distros such as Ubuntu, but there's still a lot of digging for drivers and going to terminal to get certain things installed and/or done. Biggest upside though is the OS is free.
The image conveys important details: many begin with Ubuntu or Mint. I prefer Debian 9 since Mint tends to behave oddly and Ubuntu is updating its interface to match Debian’s look. Debian 9 is now available. Are you using a Ryzen processor? That would suggest you’re looking for something more recent. Ryzen improvements appear in kernel 4.10. Currently, kernel versions 4.8 through 4.9 are supported. Ubuntu 17.10, expected soon, should run on kernel 4.10.
Money matters. I’m not willing to spend too much on the OS since my current build is already at $730. Of course, piracy is an alternative, but many Windows 10 versions rely on online connections, regular updates, and security measures—things that could be problematic.
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