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Jan 17, 2026 09:03 PM
What is the best Linux distribution in 2026, in your opinion?
Specifically i'm thinking about personal computers, not backend servers for this question / thread.
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Jan 17, 2026 09:10 PM
I personally really like Mint.

https://www.linuxmint.com/

It has a really simple and intuitive interface.

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Jan 18, 2026 02:30 AM (This post was last modified: Jan 18, 2026 02:35 AM by hussain.spams.)
I stepped into linux with zorin os. But once u understand more ubuntu is also good mostly because ai just makes it simple now to navigate and install programs on linux.
I just ask ai for "bash script" to install "program name" properly on my device <pasting the response of the command neofetch >

Whatever response i get i copy and paste it on my terminal window.

Also many automation scripts are available like https://github.com/ChrisTitusTech/linutil
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Jan 21, 2026 07:16 PM
I'm debating on replacing my Ubuntu with either Arch Linux or Fedora but I want to use Hyperland with whatever one I choose. The only reason I haven't selected Arch is because I'm worried about bricking my system and losing stuff on my computer. If anyone can give me your opinion on what I should do I'd love that.
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Jan 21, 2026 08:48 PM
I’ve always been a die‑hard Debian user. I enjoy Mint and Ubuntu too, but even though they are both based on debian themselves I always find myself returning to the rock-solid stability of Debian.

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Jan 22, 2026 01:55 AM
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i've been using cachyos on my gaming pc for a year now and i freaking love it

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Jan 22, 2026 10:26 PM
I started with Mint but now I'm on Manjaro
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Jan 24, 2026 05:09 AM
I am currently using PopOS because of the out of the box NVIDIA compatibility. For now I really enjoy it and it is really intuitive.
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Jan 24, 2026 08:34 AM
I use Arch because I just love how to customize it, even if it can be a headache at times..
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(Jan 24, 2026 05:09 AM)Cosa Nostra Wrote:  I am currently using PopOS because of the out of the box NVIDIA compatibility. For now I really enjoy it and it is really intuitive.

Same. PopOS's NVIDIA drivers are great. No problems with the OS.
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Fedora 43 is the best.
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Mar 14, 2026 09:12 PM
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Mar 17, 2026 03:02 PM (This post was last modified: Mar 17, 2026 03:21 PM by Mercury.)
I absolutely love Debian but I'm biased at this point. Mint is truly the best option out there in terms of daily drivers. The stability and overall ease of use is just top notch.
(Jan 21, 2026 07:16 PM)Fʀᴏst Wrote:  I'm debating on replacing my Ubuntu with either Arch Linux or Fedora but I want to use Hyperland with whatever one I choose. The only reason I haven't selected Arch is because I'm worried about bricking my system and losing stuff on my computer. If anyone can give me your opinion on what I should do I'd love that.

Just out of complete curiosity, why are you considering running Fedora?
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