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  • circuitfarmer@lemmy.sdf.org
    321·
    1 year ago

    If you’ve never, ever used Linux before and are not confident about its tools, it’s almost always better to use a fresh machine. NTFS and Linux really don’t mix well, for example.

    • TalesFromTheKitchen@lemmy.ml
      101·
      1 year ago

      Haha, yeah, as I’ve learned. I’ll try again when I build a new machine. I really like the overall look and feel of Mint.

      • circuitfarmer@lemmy.sdf.org
        9·
        1 year ago

        It’s been a few years since I used Mint, but I enjoyed it. Most of the Debian-based distros are very similar, actually. All are decent for beginners. If not Mint, Pop is another good option.

          • circuitfarmer@lemmy.sdf.org
            3·
            1 year ago

            I installed Zorin on my wife’s (=no prior Linux experience) laptop something like 2 years ago. Considering the fact that she still uses it almost daily, I’d say you’re right.

            Personally, I dislike some of the custom stuff it has over the more standard desktop environments, but I do think it’s great for usability in that it feels Windows-adjacent.

      • pearsaltchocolatebar
        1·
        1 year ago

        Just boot it off a thumb drive and take it for a test drive.

        Use Ventoy if you want to test multiple distros.

        • TalesFromTheKitchen@lemmy.ml
          1·
          1 year ago

          I did that prior and decided I like it, so I did a proper install. I just didn’t try the sound jacks and didn’t notice one of my drives not mounting.