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PC Magazin mentions Linux as a way out (europe.pub)
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Translation: Break Free from the Windows Trap Here's how: Bypass limits, use micropatches, use Linux as an alternative

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[–] axh@lemmy.world 4 points 6 days ago

I can confirm, for me an old Brother laser printer works with no additional drivers needed. Many other things work surprisingly well. I also switched to Mint and the transition was so easy that my geek side was actually disappointed (nothing to tinker with!)