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Need a good resource to learn linux (lemmy.world)
submitted 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) by MintyFresh@lemmy.world to c/linux@lemmy.ml
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I just fucking can't with windows anymore. I'd preach about it but I imagine you've heard it all. I have minimal computer expertise.

I use my PC mainly for streaming, downloading torrent files who's copyright you don't need to worry about, and light gaming. Usually just messing with New Vegas mods.

If someone knows of a good YouTube channel or guide or something written for andelder millennial caveman I would be grateful.

Edit: after having been recommended mint OS and giving it a quick Google, I got this! I haven't fucked with anything linux scince the early aughts. And holy shit has that come a ways. Guess I remembered back and got a little intimidated. Mint is downloading now. As a small f.u. I booted up edge to do it. Ty you beautiful people!

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[–] jaykay@lemmy.zip 58 points 5 months ago (4 children)

Can’t recommend channels or guides of the top of my head, but maybe search Linux Mint beginner guide or something. Linux Mint is recommended everywhere for people who are new to Linux and should have plenty of guides and answers

[–] MintyFresh@lemmy.world 38 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Linux mint, alright I'll give it a go

[–] Successful_Try543@feddit.de 27 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)

User name checks out. Have fun with Linux Mint!

[–] MintyFresh@lemmy.world 21 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Lol right!? It's been ordained

[–] mihnt@lemmy.ca 10 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Are we related?

[–] MintyFresh@lemmy.world 11 points 5 months ago

You're yesterday grandpa(ma?)!! Gotta keep it fresh yo!

[–] Blisterexe@lemmy.zip 6 points 5 months ago

If you need extra help for mint feel free to DM me

[–] azimir@lemmy.ml 10 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Mint is my go to Linux desktop distribution. There's plenty of solid choices, but it's served me well ever since Crunchbag Linux closed up shop.

[–] TheLugal@lemmy.world 3 points 5 months ago

Oh man, I loved Crunchbang! It was my last distro before I switched to Arch when they discontinued it.

I miss their friendly #! wallpaper

[–] superfes@lemmy.world 6 points 5 months ago

Mint used to be my go to recommendation, these days I might offer up Pop!_OS, its unfortunate name is the only reason I might not, but when I've used it, it was a really nice experience.