I've used linux distros for a variety of tasks in the past but am finally committed to moving my primary machine to it. This is mostly used for games, writing, development, and web browsing. I've selected Manjaro as my distro.

Anyone have any tips or suggestions? Software to install. Things to keep in mind. Cool things to do you couldn't on windows?!

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  • Shinji_Ikari [he/him]
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    3 years ago

    I bought this guy new on a really good black friday sale and thought ahead and spec'd it to be future proof and so far its working out. I skimped on the SSD thinking I'd upgrade it later but never needed to.

    I don't think I'll need a new personal laptop for another 5 years or so, but I'm secretly hoping we get a crossover episode between the M1 Macbook air and the Carbon. I recently had to replace my wive's 9 year old macbook pro and after considering our options, we found a deal on the first iteration of the M1 air and grabbed it. I was very surprised how nice it was and despite daily heavy use, she charges it once every three days. If I could have a trackpoint + 20 hour battery life and nice linux hardware support I'd be pretty happy.

      • Shinji_Ikari [he/him]
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        3 years ago

        I find it really nice to stay on the keyboard for minor adjustments of the mouse, or for browsing where you hold middle click with your thumb to scroll.

        I should check out the pinebook again, I really don't need a computer though so it'd just be a toy for me mostly.