Yes and no for me
Distro doesn't matter because they only differ in package manager and initial configuration, you can always compile things if you really need it.
GUI doesn't matter because you'll end up with all KDE and gnome dependencies installed anyway because your applications need it.
Experience probably matters, but if it doesn't, it may be because there is just so much there to know.
I can't tell if it's a good news or bad news.
They all means the same - free to travel
I've read the title 3 times and still have to idea what it says.
Legal, but often enforced.
On 3060 mobile, there is flickering in steam and chrome, but it's usable. In chrome I believe it can be fixed by disabling hardware acceleration.
Sure, I agree, but Nvidia proprietary driver is still the best for gaming, isn't it?
Up to 5 millimeters