@shansterable @PurpleJillybeans Hi, I feel with you....

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@shansterable @PurpleJillybeans
Hi, I feel with you. :)
Distro is short for Linux distribution. The problem (for switching to Linux) is that Linux comes in different shells or frontends let's say (this is a very very simplified way to put it, but it's easier to understand this way).
Personally, I am a Linux user for some years but never bothered to learn more than I really need, so I am still a beginner.

Like 21 May at 22:33 | Wall-to-wall | Open on freiburg.social

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Ditol

@shansterable @PurpleJillybeans
As a beginner, I recommend you to start with Linux Mint or Kubuntu bc of their look and feel similar to Windows and a really good documentation.
Basically, once the operating system (OS) is installed (and it is quite easy to do by now), the computer is set for the usual every day tasks. There are some functionalities that you will still need to install manually, such as multi touch for some reason, but basically, you can work with it without further knowledge.

21 May at 22:40 | Open on freiburg.social

Ditol

@shansterable @PurpleJillybeans
I even know a guy who is an absolute computer dummy and works on Ubuntu and is happy with it. So, Ubuntu and its derivates Mint and Kubuntu are basically dummy proof.
Which doesn't make them perfect, prepare for some strange bugs or missing functionality. It's not perfect, but it doesn't spy on you. :)

21 May at 22:47 | Open on freiburg.social