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Finally making the transition from Windows to a Linux. I'm pretty sure it's been asked several times but which Linux OS would you recommend a beginner to use? I've seen Ubuntu and Mint as a good start. Not looking to do much. Game here and there (not too worried about Linux compatibility), streaming, editing videos. If I break any rules. I'm sorry.

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[–] ClockworkOtter@lemmy.world 9 points 7 hours ago

Just adding to the numbers recommending Linux Mint. Once it's set up you don't really need to fiddle with it much/at all. Software manager is easy to use to find what you need for your tasks.