I finally added Linux mint to my desktop as a dual boot setup.

Regretfully, I still need to use Windows for some key art programs (if anyone knows how to get the latest version of Clip Studio Paint/Zbrush working lmk. I might just pirate them and see if that works better.)

The first thing I noticed is how much better the UI is. I didn't realize how invasive windows 10 was, even after I stripped Cortana/ads out. I had no idea that windows 10 was so fat and bloated until I had something better to compare it to. Now it hurts to go back.

When I'm using Linux I feel like I did when I was a kid again. My computer feels like my computer, and I have all these free tools at my fingertips. I feel relaxed and no longer bombarded by constant tooltips and notifications that treat me like I'm computer illiterate.

Blender works fantastically in it, my tablet drivers took a minute to install, but they work better than on windows.

I am now looking into switching all of my devices to Linux/Linux Dual Boot. I have a pixel4a that I'd like to switch over (what is a good rec for this?). I also have an HP spectre & a surface 6 I want to switch to, but I am VERY NERVOUS about this because IDK how well Linux handles 2in1's.

I know I'm gushing a lot, but Linux is good ok??

  • volleyyyball [none/use name]
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    3 years ago

    Congrats!

    I don't know about Clip Studio Paint/Zbrush, but the best art program on Linux is Krita. It's really promising, a lot of people love using it, and it should be available on Mint's app store. Might be worth checking out!

    Pixel 4a, the phone right? Linux doesn't run on it, but CalyxOS is a really awesome, privacy-oriented operating system that you could put on it.

    For a Surface 6, I know it's possible to put Linux on a Surface 3 from this post, at least