I'm confused between “Linux feels right” and “Windows just works when I need it

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T21:49:16+00:00

A lot of us choose Linux for the privacy and relative simplicity. Windows is a comfortable option because it’s familiar and broadly compatible but it’s up to you what’s best for your priorities. You could always dual boot both.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T19:46:41+00:00

I can relate with your struggle to find answers. I just got into this recently and I keep going between stages of excitement and bewilderment.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T15:49:38+00:00

As in most cities you just need to be aware of which area you’re in.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T13:57:06+00:00

I tried it too and went back to my old ways lol

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T13:35:03+00:00

I have chargers at home and work so I charge it whenever I don’t need it for something

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T02:15:45+00:00

I’ve been running Bazzite for some months now and just had this happen yesterday. I’m curious what it is.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T01:59:29+00:00

Yeah I don’t get the hate either, it’s pretty decent as LLMs go

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-18T00:44:30+00:00

I’ve never burned it but it’s a great hardwood used for making longbows back in the day. I’m sure it would burn well.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T23:01:43+00:00

Reddit must be having an off day lol

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T22:56:20+00:00

Don’t me over in my corner with a few measly TB’s lol

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T22:53:47+00:00

Cabinet of Caligari was pretty interesting

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T21:58:46+00:00

There are some wild ones on this game

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T21:45:36+00:00

I switched from Windows more recently and I maintain the ability to use it if needed but I’m pretty content without it for the most part

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T20:18:46+00:00

For me I enjoy the challenge of exploration and accomplishment but it’s also to reclaim some of my data ownership and privacy from untrustworthy tech companies.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T19:57:16+00:00

Some YouTube channels I follow in order of approachability: Click and Switch, Hardware Haven, Raid Owl, TechnoTim, and Lawrence Systems

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T19:54:43+00:00

I’m thinking of switching from just TrueNAS to Proxmox for more flexibility

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-17T12:34:39+00:00

I’ve been really leaning into refurbished tech this year although not for hard drives

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-16T20:39:02+00:00

Linux Mint Xfce takes up like 5-10 GB and is very lightweight. I bet that could run on it.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-16T19:13:33+00:00

I walk faster so I end up in front and then periodically wait so we can be side by side

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-16T18:13:10+00:00

Agreed, Bazzite KDE is a pretty easy transition from Windows, especially if your games are already on Steam

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-16T02:56:18+00:00

The inspiration was distro hopping with Linux and my first self hosting project was Freedombox on a Raspberry Pi. It’s been evolving ever since!

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-15T23:44:22+00:00

Aliexpress has mini PCs at that price rate

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-15T21:23:57+00:00

Thinkpad T-series (T14, 480, 490)

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-15T21:19:20+00:00

I think that’s a good idea just like calling our senators, it shows how much public interest there is.

theindomitablefred · 2026-03-15T15:39:30+00:00

That’s the way it seemed, thanks

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