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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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Linux distribution for gaming and media centre. (self.linux)

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Heya! I’m looking to install Linux for the first time on parts from my old pc builds to use as a media centre and multiplayer gaming system in my living room. Something with as clean as possible interface with room for customization would be cool. Oh and support for my old nvidia gpu.

I’m also looking for general tips and advice for beginners if anyone has some to share.

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[–] GustavoM 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I’m also looking for general tips and advice for beginners if anyone has some to share.

The only thing that is stopping a Windows user from becoming a Linux user is the package manager -- learn how to use it in the cli. Then the "rest' should be an obvious, flat curve (which "package" goes for video card, audio, etcetc).

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

Windows's package managers are MS only (ish). msiexec is a bit of a convoluted pain compared to apt, yum, pacman or even portage.

When you update a Linux box, everything is updated not just the OS. That is not the case on Windows where each browser, pdf viewer etc has its own updater service or not.

I've been doing IT software monkeying for several decades for many companies, some of which you will have heard of. Trust me: the Windows model is not the best. It certainly should not be a reason to fear Linux.

Most distros have a "Politely notify that some updates are available, would you mind awfully if I install them?" ... cracks on in the background and then suggests a reboot only if the kernel was updated.

That is not a Windows experience.