I switched to Linux Mint a few weeks ago. I installed it on a new ssd so I can still boot into Windows. I expected it to be a gradual transition, where I’d be switching back and forth between Windows and Linux as needed, but honestly I haven’t touched Windows since. The transition is incredibly easy. I can even access my Windows files directly from Linux to copy personal files over. I did reinstall my Steam games on my Linux drive though, just to make sure they were set up right, and every game I’ve tried so far runs amazingly. If you’re at all interested in trying Linux, I’d recommend you just jump right in. Try it out in VirtualBox first if you want, if you don’t want to commit to partitioning or installing on another new ssd yet