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Looking to Switch // Which Distro? (lemmy.ca)
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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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[–] slacktoid@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

  1. I've found it easier to switch to Linux and using windows on a VM or docker image. Tho I had my plan for the migration and used markdown as a means to avoid Ms word.

  2. Treat each distro like an ice cream flavor. Some are good, some are bad, some are great and some will make you go what the flying fuck. Try and find what you like. There's a lot out there.

  3. Check out Lutris as a launcher for non steam games.

  4. See 5. Different desktop environments for different people see what calls you. I was all up in KDE and the moves to sway.

  5. Most games with Denuvo

  6. Maybe but depends on the parts. It's either change the part or figure out a complex workaround. You'll find manufacturers that have better support for Linux.

[–] t0fr@lemmy.ca 1 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I installed Bazzite myself. Probably the most similar to your email experience in desktop mode in SteamOS.

[–] slacktoid@lemmy.ml 1 points 22 hours ago (1 children)

How is bazzite? Does it have a more complete desktop env than the steam deck?

[–] t0fr@lemmy.ca 0 points 20 hours ago (1 children)

I've been enjoying it. What do you mean by complete? What's the stream deck desktop environment missing?

They both use KDE so they're both similar

[–] slacktoid@lemmy.ml 1 points 13 hours ago

Printer drivers, weird random things like that.

Oh sweet, KDE is nice! It's nice OOTB and still powerful.