Hi everyone, I’m planning on moving from w11 to kubuntu (lts release - 24.04). I’m a gamer at heart, a game designer by education, and wanting to get away from Windows. I could really use some top tips, best practices, and things to look out for. I have run Linux on a Chromebook, but never as my primary PC.

I’m preparing by copying tax info, critical documents, game prototypes, and D&D documents to a USB.

Then run Linus from a different USB on restart?

Thank you for your help, and any references to specific how-to’s 😅.

  • some_guy@lemmy.sdf.org
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    5 hours ago

    Keep in mind that performance from a USB drive is sub-par and not indicative of performance when you install to the SSD in your computer. Don’t let that deter you.

    Don’t let fear of the Terminal / command line plant seeds of fear as you’re getting started. Linux nerds love the command line, but you can stick with a GUI for the most part these days. The command line is a force multiplier that you can get to after you’re steady.

    There will be learning curves. Same as if you switched to a Mac. It’s not exclusive to Linux. It’s awesome that you’re ready to be new to something.

    Welcome in from the cold. We have hot cocoa and blankets.