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How to Linux? (beehaw.org)

submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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So after reading a number of posts and comments on here about Linux, I've decided to give 'er a go. I have access to an Azure VM, but I have never done anything involving Unix before and have only a basic understanding of coding in general.

Where do I even start? The most daunting thing for me is command line script, as it seems I have to memorize close to 150 common commands and their functions. Is there a set of tools or free classes that would make it easier for me to understand, or should I just get stuck in there? I was planning on using Pop!_OS since I do a lot of gaming and it seems like the closest thing Ubuntu has for that purpose.

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

If your goal is to run Linux, do some normal desktop stuff, and try some games, you will do no programming.

There's a good chance you won't need the command line either (at first, anyway).

Linux is a very deep lake, but you don't need to buy scuba gear and learn underwater welding if you're just looking to spend a sunny day at the beach.

Pop!_OS is a great place to start. I suggest just getting the ISO and having a go. If you need help, start by reading the official guide:

https://support.system76.com/articles/install-pop/

I always suggest starting with the official documentation. If you ask people on forums, it's hard to tell who is a beach-goer, and who spends their days in scuba gear salvaging sunken ships.