Ubuntu’s popularity often makes it the default choice for new Linux users. But there are tons of other Linux operating systems that deserve your attention. As such, I’ve highlighted some Ubuntu alternatives so you can choose based on your needs and requirements—because conformity is boring.

  • TronNerd82@lemmy.ml
    161·
    10 months ago

    My personal recommendations for beginner distros:

    -OpenSUSE

    -Fedora

    -EndeavourOS

    -KDE Neon

    -ElementaryOS

    -Zorin OS

    -Linux Mint

    Or you could just install ordinary Debian, since it’s stable and well-supported. Kind of a GOAT among distros, alongside Slackware.

    • witx@lemmy.sdf.org
      121·
      10 months ago

      imho Debian is far from beginner friendly. They will end up with a laptop without WiFi.

      • YIj54yALOJxEsY20eU@lemm.ee
        5·
        10 months ago

        I don’t think this is still true, Debian 12 will install non free drivers if you choose by default. I had that issue on 11 though. I’m not sure how a graphical install works as of late but configuring sudo on a headless box is always tedious and would not be easy for a beginner to figure out.

    • ddh@lemmy.sdf.orgEnglish
      4·
      10 months ago

      I don’t use it personally, but I think there’s a good case for Linux Mint (Debian Edition)