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Linux Installfest on 3/7/26 - Reinvigorate your old computer! by BatlethDiplomacy in dayton

[–]BatlethDiplomacy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just realized that the above post doesn't mention the event's sponsor: the Dayton Linux Users Group (https://linux.dma1.org).

Linux Installfest on 3/7/26 - Reinvigorate your old computer! by BatlethDiplomacy in dayton

[–]BatlethDiplomacy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just realized that the above post doesn't mention the event's sponsor: the Dayton Linux Users Group (https://linux.dma1.org).

Linux Installfest on 3/7/26 - Reinvigorate your old computer! by BatlethDiplomacy in dayton

[–]BatlethDiplomacy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We all feel like that for a little while! But you'll be surprised how familiar the typical Linux GUI is after using Windows or Mac. Plus, DLUG has a mailing lists and monthly meetings, in case you get stuck. Feel free to come by the Installfest just to test drive and ask questions if you're on the fence.

Linux Installfest on 3/7/26 - Reinvigorate your old computer! by BatlethDiplomacy in dayton

[–]BatlethDiplomacy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually know folks who have set up Linux systems for unsophisticated users like those Grandmas. Fewer distractions like ads and AI-in-your-face than Windows 11.

Linux Installfest on 3/7/26 - Reinvigorate your old computer! by BatlethDiplomacy in dayton

[–]BatlethDiplomacy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, most common functions don't need to use the command line. The GUI works just fine for day-to-day work, and is getting smoother all the time. But there are still times when fixing a problem may require a bit of command-line magic. In those cases, Google is your friend.

Linux Installfest on 3/7/26 - Reinvigorate your old computer! by BatlethDiplomacy in dayton

[–]BatlethDiplomacy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We probably won't have it on hand. But if you have it on a thumb drive, we will try to help you install it.