Ready to Try Linux? Here are the Best Distros for Beginners

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Published on July 26, 2024 3:18:25 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvR-6CVI-Mc

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Ready to try Linux? Discover the best distro for beginners with this comprehensive guide! If you're new to Linux, choosing the right distribution can be daunting, but don't worry—this video is here to help. We'll explore popular beginner-friendly Linux distros like Ubuntu, Linux Mint, Kubuntu, Zorin OS, and more. These distros are designed to offer a smooth, user-friendly experience with minimal friction, making them perfect for newcomers. Learn about the differences between Ubuntu flavors, remixes, and why some distros might suit your needs better than others. Whether you're looking for a Windows-like interface, a macOS vibe, or a lightweight option for older hardware, we've got you covered. Join us as we break down the best options and help you find your ideal Linux distro. Subscribe for more Linux tips and tech insights!

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Links:
- What are Distro Forks, Flavors & Clones? Explaining Confusing Linux Terms
-    • What are Distro Forks, Flavors & Clon...  
- Ubuntu
- https://ubuntu.com/
- All 10 Ubuntu Flavors
- https://ubuntu.com/desktop/flavours
- (I forgot to include Ubuntu Studio and Ubuntu Unity, oops!)
- Options for a Windows-like user experience
- Kubuntu
- https://kubuntu.org/
- Linux Mint
- https://linuxmint.com/
- Ubuntu Cinnamon
- https://ubuntucinnamon.org/
- Zorin OS
- https://zorin.com/
- Options for a Mac-like user experience
- Ubuntu Budgie
- https://ubuntubudgie.org/downloads/
- Pop!_OS
- https://pop.system76.com/
- elementary OS
- https://elementary.io/
- Lightweight options to revitalize your older hardware
- Lubuntu
- https://lubuntu.me/
- Xubuntu
- https://xubuntu.org/
- Ubuntu MATE
- https://ubuntu-mate.org/
- Non-Ubuntu based options
- Fedora Linux
- https://fedoraproject.org/
- openSUSE
- https://www.opensuse.org/
- Arch Linux
- https://archlinux.org/
- Gentoo
- https://www.gentoo.org/

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:23 Here's the quick answer . . .
01:13 Options based on the quick answer
01:54 Remixes vs Flavors (and why it matters)
04:01 Options for a Windows-like user experience
04:13 Kubuntu
05:00 Linux Mint
06:55 Ubuntu Cinnamon
07:37 Zorin OS
08:48 Options for a Mac-like user experience
08:58 Ubuntu
09:10 Ubuntu Budgie
09:47 Pop!_OS
11:42 elementary OS
12:24 PSA about Mac hardware with M-series CPUs
13:07 Lightweight options to revitalize your older hardware
13:28 Lubuntu
14:19 Xubuntu
15:06 Ubuntu MATE
16:04 Non-Ubuntu based options
16:14 Fedora Linux
16:28 openSUSE
16:54 Arch Linux and Gentoo
17:42 My recommendation for the best Linux podcast :D

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