From what I heard, the Dell XPS 13 is one option to run a Linux distro, but it isn't the only option. Should it not work for you, another alternative you could consider is the Acer Swift 3. That's the laptop I currently own, and I run Arch Linux on it. I have not yet encountered any issues with it. Prior to running Arch, I have tried Linux Mint and Pop OS on it. I wouldn't recommend Linux Mint on a laptop, not because it's a bad distro (Linux Mint is quite good as a beginner distro), but because the Cinnamon DE isn't great for laptops. The GNOME and Cosmic DE are more suited for laptop workflows.
heygooberman
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I used Linux Mint for about 1.5 years before transitioning to Arch Linux. For me, the transition was to learn more about Linux and to try something new. Thus far, I'm really liking Arch. There have been a few issues that have popped up here and there, like getting Bluetooth devices to connect properly, but the Arch Wiki and forums often have the solution. You just have to spend time reading the articles or the forum responses.
As for other distros, I've tried Zorin, Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Pop OS, and KDE Neon before settling on Linux Mint.
Yes, I do realize that what I purchased may have been "licenses" to access the book. That's why I'm looking for a solution that will allow me to keep what I purchased. I'm not in a position where I can just re-purchase every eBook that I got on Kindle.
I am aware of Calibre, but like you, I have also been told that it doesn't always work as expected.
What is your experience with the Nook? I haven't seen that many positive reviews of the Nook when compared to Kindle and Kobo.
If you want something that looks and behaves much like the Windows desktop environment, use Linux Mint. If you want something closer to the macOS environment, use Pop OS.
An excellent choice to use Linux Mint! If my parents allowed me to switch their computers to Linux, I would've chosen Linux Mint as well for them. But, I probably wouldn't give them the Windows 10 look.
I also don't go into Reddit anymore, unless the answer or solution that I'm looking for just happens to be there. But, I am curious, has anyone considered doing an AMA on Lemmy yet? If not, is it due to a technical limitation currently on Lemmy? Or, is it due to the smaller user base that would not bring a lot of value to an AMA?
I'm not looking to self-host.
Great! But, let's remember this is Facebook after all, so... 🤷♂️
I don't know whether to cautiously applaud or be even more concerned about another "AI" being released way too early than it should.
To quote a line from Star Wars, "This deal is getting worse all the time!"
Congratulations!