So, I finally decided, after years of putting it off, to try out Linux, specifically Pop_OS. I was waiting for another SSD so it would live on its own hard drive on my computer. Today it arrives.

I first heard about it from Emily (I hope this doesn’t offend anyone, just adding for clarity in case some aren’t aware, but formerly Anthony before her transition) on Linus Tech Tips a long time ago. It seemed like an interesting OS, but being the hater of change I am (ironic that I just made a huge change dropping Reddit and love it so far), I kept telling myself, “Yeah yeah yeah, I will try Linux at some point.”

So, does anyone else using Pop_OS have any advice for setting it up that isn’t in the online docs?

  • Greedless5230@kbin.social
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    1 year ago

    I can heartily recommend https://linuxjourney.com/

    It’ll guide you through essentials towards more advanced topics - all while thoroughly explaining all the steps in a very intuitive manner. Helped me through basic training in Linux, so to say.
    While, if memory serves, it is Ubuntu based, you should be able to directly apply in PopOS.

    Oh, and a word of advice, be prepared to tinker and experiment. Its an initial steep learning curve. But man is it ever satisfying reaching the level where you, by heart, throw commands at the terminal to do what you want!

    Glhf!