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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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Why didn't anyone remind me the dual booting exists? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)

submitted 11 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I was talking to my dad yesterday and he talked about how he dual booted windows and Linux in his college days. I immediately left to download Ubuntu, I feel so dumb for forgetting it's an option. I literally only use windows so I can play Fortnite with friends. PSA: you can have both Linux and Windows, or you can use a vm in Linux. Be (mostly) free from Microsoft's clammy hands.

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[–] [email protected] 16 points 11 months ago (2 children)

imo dual booting is kinda clunky. Id rather have a vm of windows tbh. I dont like restarting my pc to swtich OS.

But hey if you like it, more power to you man.

[–] [email protected] 10 points 11 months ago (2 children)

Only did it bc anti cheats. I would use vms otherwise.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Ah I gotcha. Another option im considering is using a separate pc for windows and using a kvm to switch between them. That may be a good option for you as well if you can swing it.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 11 months ago

Unfortunately no, I'm trying to save money atm.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 11 months ago

Are there any performance losses running Windows VM to play games? Asking as I am new to this.