I’ve been using Windows since the days of 3.1, practically my entire life. So I’m really comfortable with how windows operates and how to do the things that I want to do.

I’ve dabbled around with Linux over the years, but am now considering trying to make a full switch to it.

What are some resources to “learn” Linux properly? Such as understanding the filesystem, basic security practices, essential tools or commands, etc?

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    8 hours ago

    This. Install a VM or throw it on some old box you have lying around. Don’t sweat “learning it”. Just do it. If you know your way around a computer, you’ll figure it out. Having said that, there are lots of resources out there. Just watch some “how do I install X” videos, where X is your distro of choice. That choice should be Mint, BTW.

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      2 hours ago

      I know there’s a meme and I have been downvoted to shit for arch…

      I think any popular Debian/redhat derived distro (mint counts) is a great introduction to Linux.

      However, I didn’t really learn Linux until I installed arch. It wasn’t as… stable… as it was now. And learning how to deal with the instability helped a LOT.

      Without that dive, things that could really get you down the path is trying to make Linux work for you: change the gui to your liking, and learn to use terminal.

      That gets you into X/sway/DM/WM/etc. there’s plenty to learn there

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        It depends on what you want from your OS. I just want it to work. I don’t have to know every detail of what’s under the hood. And I never do a lot of customising. So for me, Mint is perfect. If you want to have control over everything and know how everything works, Arch is great.

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          Oh. Desktop user? Servers are a particular hobby of mine, so……

          Maybe they don’t need to walk my path. I considered Linux From Scratch but haven’t had the time to dedicate