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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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A newcomer looking for advice (lemmy.ml)

submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hi guys, I have a question if you would be so kind. I'm a professional developer looking to finally make a semi break into Linux.

My daily driver is a Legion 5 / 6800H with 3070ti 32GB and I have been running Linux Mint in a virtual box now for a few weeks.

I can't make a 100% transition over to Linux due to the nature of my work but I could be running at round 80-90% of my work via a Linux OS.

With the above said, I'm finally going to install a dual boot instance today. Is Mint a good starting point? Anyone else have experience with Mint and Legion or would you recommend I start somewhere else? (I have heared many people mention POP OS).

Essentially I want something I can jump head first into and just make a start familiarising myself.

I'm trying to regain some control over my data and a jump to Lemmy and a Jump away from Windows feels like a solid start !

Thank you and keep rocking....

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Linux Mint is going to be an excellent choice for a beginner. Go ahead.

Just out of curiosity, what are the main hurdles that prevent you from a full transition?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Thanks so much....

Some of the software I use daily don't currently have Linux support. I have looked at can these be emulated in Linux and the results seem too inconsistent for me to consider at this point making the full switch.

Additionally, I do have to test builds natively on Windows and Mac OS so I think I will always have them there. I'm hoping that in time I can make the full switch but as my knowledge of Linux (outside of standard hosting boxes and Boss's for web) is limited.