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Yes, Linux is generally lighter in terms of system resources compared to Windows.

Yes, Linux is generally lighter in terms of system resources compared to Windows.

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09-03-2016, 08:48 AM
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I have an HP all-in-one computer at home. It’s a Pentium dual-core model with only 2GB of RAM, which is a bit limited for Windows 10. I’m curious if there are any Linux-based operating systems that can run smoothly on such low memory (at least enough to browse the web without lag). A more Windows-centric OS might be better suited.
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09-03-2016, 08:48 AM #1

I have an HP all-in-one computer at home. It’s a Pentium dual-core model with only 2GB of RAM, which is a bit limited for Windows 10. I’m curious if there are any Linux-based operating systems that can run smoothly on such low memory (at least enough to browse the web without lag). A more Windows-centric OS might be better suited.

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09-06-2016, 11:56 AM
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Certainly—some distros aren’t all heavy, and certain ones work well on a basic 500MHz ARM chip with just 512MB of RAM. I’ve heard positive feedback about XFCE/Xubuntu for being light and stable, though I haven’t used it before. I usually run Kubuntu as my everyday system and appreciate its familiar Windows feel.
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09-06-2016, 11:56 AM #2

Certainly—some distros aren’t all heavy, and certain ones work well on a basic 500MHz ARM chip with just 512MB of RAM. I’ve heard positive feedback about XFCE/Xubuntu for being light and stable, though I haven’t used it before. I usually run Kubuntu as my everyday system and appreciate its familiar Windows feel.

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09-06-2016, 12:18 PM
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Consider running Kubuntu if you have a Pentium processor and just 2 GB of RAM. It can still function, though performance may be limited.
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09-06-2016, 12:18 PM #3

Consider running Kubuntu if you have a Pentium processor and just 2 GB of RAM. It can still function, though performance may be limited.

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09-11-2016, 02:43 AM
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Kubuntu should function properly. Xubuntu could be slightly faster, offering a more minimal and streamlined interface, yet both options are viable.
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09-11-2016, 02:43 AM #4

Kubuntu should function properly. Xubuntu could be slightly faster, offering a more minimal and streamlined interface, yet both options are viable.

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09-11-2016, 02:48 AM
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Hey there, friend. The issue is that Windows isn't supporting smooth playback at 720p resolution.
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VaccinalBook
09-11-2016, 02:48 AM #5

Hey there, friend. The issue is that Windows isn't supporting smooth playback at 720p resolution.

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09-11-2016, 10:11 AM
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You might encounter issues with Xbuntu or Kbunutu. It could be better to opt for a very minimal setup such as Peppermint. However, you can test any Linux distribution via a LiveCD/LiveISO to check its performance before installing fully.
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Nevik
09-11-2016, 10:11 AM #6

You might encounter issues with Xbuntu or Kbunutu. It could be better to opt for a very minimal setup such as Peppermint. However, you can test any Linux distribution via a LiveCD/LiveISO to check its performance before installing fully.

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09-18-2016, 08:37 PM
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You're using Kubuntu 18.04 and it's using about 800 MB of RAM at startup. A lighter option could help, such as Lubuntu 18.04 which uses roughly 300 MB.
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09-18-2016, 08:37 PM #7

You're using Kubuntu 18.04 and it's using about 800 MB of RAM at startup. A lighter option could help, such as Lubuntu 18.04 which uses roughly 300 MB.

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