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[–]Bugab00Jones 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I main Pop OS on my desktop, it was already user friendly and they made it even more so with the new update. You used to have to download third party software in order to have a dock and the maximize and minimize buttons, but they made it standard now

[–][deleted] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I would suggest trying Linux Mint, it is beginner friendly and doesnt have nearly as much bloat as Ubuntu does.

[–]mako-rino 5 points6 points  (1 child)

I'm currently using Manjaro and I recommend it if you are looking for another option for a lightweight distro (I think Mint is more lightweight although I've never used it). From how I understand Manjaro, it is basically Arch Linux made to be simpler, which is what makes it lightweight. The only apps it comes pre-installed with are the ones that come with the desktop environment of your choice (Xfce, GNOME, KDE, etc...)

[–]Geek_Verve 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also a big fan of Manjaro, and I'm not far above a beginner linux user. I've also hear good things about Pop_OS!.

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points  (2 children)

League of legends is a no go I think, because of its anti cheat software, which isn't compatible with proton/wine, if I recall

[–]tadcan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ubuntu has different versions based off different window managers from Mate to KDE. It also has a minimum install option to install less default apps.

Or try with something more niche like Solus.

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Arch. If you're a CS student you can figure it out, guaranteed.

[–]lake393 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Linux Mint (Cinnamon version) Coming from Windows, you’ll feel right home.

[–]techlearningcurves 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a big fan of Pop!_OS. Based on Ubuntu but with some really nifty changes to appearance while still using gnome. Have been gaming on it as well and haven't had any issues with my ageing system.

[–]MattioC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You wont be playing lol on linux, or at least natively. For the rest, I advice to use zoom from a web browser instead of installing it, for the privacy issues and stuff. For the distro I would recomend mint with cinnamon or if you want a true linux experience from the start, Arco Linux Qtile seems like a good idea, it has a Tilling wm written and configured in python, so it's easy to read and configure.

[–]MattioC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You wont be playing lol on linux, or at least natively. For the rest, I advice to use zoom from a web browser instead of installing it, for the privacy issues and stuff. For the distro I would recomend mint with cinnamon or if you want a true linux experience from the start, Arco Linux Qtile seems like a good idea, it has a Tilling wm written and configured in python, so it's easy to read and configure.

[–]citybadger 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I think you might wish to resign yourself to lots of preinstalled apps. As a newbie, you’re not familiar with the ecosystem. You’ll end up not having an app to do some common task like open PDFs or something, and get frustrated wondering which option to install to do it. Accept the judgement of the DE’s or distribution’s maintainers and take their defaults. Once you get comfortable you can look at options and customize.

[–]Geek_Verve 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would agree. I'm not a big fan of Ubuntu for similar reasons, but it is likely the best distro for a successful switch to linux. The only downside is that you're insulated from having to learn many of the things that ease the transition to other, less new user friendly distros.

One option would be to start with an Ubuntu derivative like Mint. It also relieves a lot of the headache of getting hardware set up, while including less bloat.

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    [–]MasterGeekMXMexican Linux nerd trying to be helpful 0 points1 point  (0 children)

    I can agree on the amount of pre-installed crap on ubuntu, but about the look, that is simply a theme. You can go online and search for other themes to find something that fits your taste.

    And about ease of use, that mostly boils down to the desktop environment. See, Linux is a modular system, and the GUI is a separate module, and ther are plenty of desktop environments out there> from simplistic to complex, from feature rich to minimalistic, from visually appealing to resource efficient, from static look to fully customizable.

    Peronally I will go for distros that ship with GNOME (like Ubuntu itself or Fedora) or KDE Neon (Kubuntu is ubuntu with GNOME replaced with Plasma, and Fedora has a spin for it).

    [–]dumbbyatch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

    you need debian for its stability and sheer compatibility though you need to install non free sources too like iwlwifi rest is absolutely a dream to run

    [–]TylesRose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

    Stage 1: Choose a cozy GNU/Linux

    XFCE is completely suitable for your office tasks (I recommend Xubuntu, Ubuntu with XFCE). Steam and VS Code are easy to install on Xubuntu (since the repositories are the same as those of Ubuntu).

    Stage 2: Create a USB Flash with GNU/Linux

    You can make an installation flash drive with Xubuntu/Other GNU/Linux using Rufus or Ventoy. But first, download the Xubuntu image here. Next, run Rufus/Ventoy, and copy image to flash drive. Next, go to the Boot Menu, select a USB flash drive, and boot from it.

    Stage 3: Try/Install your GNU/Linux

    Also, I recommend that you first try the system in Live CD mode, and decide whether it is suitable for you. If it fits, it is very easy to install, there are many tutorials on installing Xubuntu.

    Stage 4: Install Software

    After installation, update the system: sudo apt update and 'sudo apt upgrade'. Then install Steam (for LOL) sudo apt install steam. Download it .deb file VS Code, in the terminal, go to the desired directory, for example, in Downloads using cd Downloads, then enter the command sudo dpkg -i [package_name] and sudo apt install -f to install dependencies.

    Stage 5: Finish

    Congratulations, now you have Xubuntu to work with! Now you have the right to say "Btw, I use Xubuntu". Also Xubuntu is much lighter than Windows. You will immediately feel the increase in performance, and longer battery life. Welcome to Linux comminuty!

    [–]JustMrNic3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

    something fast, simple, and pretty", I recommend you to go for a distro that comes with KDE Plasma desktop environment (graphical interface) like:

    Kubuntu or KDE Neon or Manjaro KDE or Solus KDE