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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

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Looking to Switch // Which Distro? (lemmy.ca)

submitted 3 days ago by intenseStargazer@lemmy.ca to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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Decided to ask here because I feel I'd be grilled on Reddit or anywhere else for this.

With data leaks, security concerns, and Microsoft's spaghetti coding I really think it's time for me to make the switch to Linux.

I will preface that I am used to SteamOS and KDE Plasma on my Steam Deck and love the functionality. It's very intuitive for someone who isn't prone to using a terminal, but I know a general understanding of when to use it and how to not brick my device.

I'm switching due to the security concerns of Windows 11, annoyances I'm sure we've all had, and looking for that hands-on experience for my new personal computer.

I'm going to be building a new gaming PC soon and I'm looking for a number of variables to note, warnings, and suggestions of:

1. What distro to use that is as customizable as KDE, safe, and intuitive. Or should I stick with it? Any common issues with it or a recommendation?
1. What games will I need to say goodbye to? I know many games using anticheat won't always work but I understand how Proton and Wine can help for workarounds, I've used some to run Roblox and Rust before on the Deck.
1. Will I need to replace parts? Maybe a stupid question, but still gotta know.
1. Is it worth switching for the games I play or is it better to dual-boot/VM?
1. Any other warnings that may stray me away from Linux (so that I can research and not fall into lol)
1. Tips on applications for workarounds.

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[–] HubertManne@piefed.social 2 points 2 days ago

honestly I feel you need to think more about what you want. If gaming is primary then a gaming distro is what you are looking for like bazzite which is basically open source steam os. If you also want to do other things you may want to dual boot with another distro but I don't think it would be strickly necessary. I often promote a lazy mans linux called zorin that is out of box which means you should be able to do most common things people do on a machine after installation without doing anything more. That means bloat though and I often here mint recommended which I think would be the other side not putting in to much excess stuff. There are light distros to conserver hardware resources. So im not sure if what you described will help people get you where you want to go.