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.

  • pathief@lemmy.world
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    9 months ago

    I had this problem a week or two ago when I tried to install Debian 12 on my old MacBook pro. Ended up installing something else.

    • kkremitzki@lemmy.ml
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      8 months ago

      Interesting, that’s kind of surprising. Do you mind sharing which model of MacBook Pro it was? I had been considering getting one for cheap for testing purposes. Also, it may not be useful to you at this point, but I figured I’d drop a link to the Debian Wiki which has a page for MBP-specific info, in case anyone reading might benefit: https://wiki.debian.org/MacBookPro

      • pathief@lemmy.world
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        8 months ago

        I have a late 2011 MacBook pro with a broadcom wireless card.

        I’ve used this laptop to distrohop a bit and the wireless driver is always an issue. You have to install the broadcom DKMS driver or wi-fi will randomly disconnect after a random amount of time.