I’ve also got the Linux Basics for Hackers book but it’s at home while I’m on vacation.

I’m just really happy rn yall :) this install took some work, SecureBoot kept getting in the way and I’m not the most savvy person so there was a lot of Googling and trial and error in the way of getting here.

  • CMDR_Horn@lemmy.world
    701·
    19 days ago

    Welcome! Don’t listen to anyone trying to shame you for your distro choice. The most important is that you didn’t choose windows.

    • A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.worldOP
      20·
      19 days ago

      Thanks! I plan to experiment with others, but I wanted a nice smooth transition for my wife and I both, so Mint seemed like a great starting point.

      • acid_falcon@lemmy.world
        7·
        18 days ago

        Mint is rad. I currently use barebones Debian testing with a bunch of customized stuff, but I always keep a bootable Mint flash drive on my keychain. It’s a very solid choice

      • dustyData@lemmy.worldEnglish
        3·
        18 days ago

        I used Mint for almost its entire existence so far, but recently I’ve started main driving immutables, and gotta say the experience is even more user friendly. That’s my current experimentation stage but, so far, it doesn’t feel experimental at all, it just works out the box, no issues.

      • Thymos@lemm.ee
        1·
        18 days ago

        My boyfriend wanted Linux on his laptop and he’s not tech savvy at all. I installed Mint for him and he’s very happy with it, no complaints. It’s a very good choice.

    • stupidcasey@lemmy.world
      6·
      19 days ago

      I agree that’s why I don’t listen to all the hater’s who say my distro Choice of Android Tv is bad.