I have been using Windows my entire life, but since I got my Steam Deck I’ve been considering trying to get into Linux.

I obviously don’t have much of an idea where to begin, other than that I’m currently also trying to learn Javascript. I’d like a basic workstation I can code on and mess with, that doesn’t run more than a couple hundred. Could use some recommendations for hardware plus where to begin.

  • teawrecks@sopuli.xyz
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    9 months ago

    Follow the first few steps of this guide to download Linux Mint, create a bootable USB, and live boot into it.

    You can now play around with this like it’s a real system. Nothing will be saved when you shut down.

    When you are ready, you can continue with that installation guide to either dual boot, or completely wipe your disks to use linux. (To start, I recommend dual booting. You never really know when you’ll need it as you’re transitioning.)

    Good luck!