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I dualboot to accommodate a handful of apps. Linux loads up fast and awaits my command once logged in. Meanwhile my pretty much fresh windows build sets my cooling fans on full before I’ve even touch the mouse.
I admit it was a bit of a learning curve getting things set up as I like, but man Linux is such a better experience.
You might like a VM for Windows instead, so there’s no risk of a windows update taking a hammer to your bootloader
I didn’t spend tons of time experimenting, but found the VM wasn’t performing as smoothly as a second install.
Should I be worried about the boot loader thing? My OS picking experience is pretty wack. I have to slam esc while booting then f9 then pick my Linux boot up. It defaults to windows which I kind of like because it puts my actual OS on stealth mode lol.
Not op but i personally use a fan controler as on my laptop asus weird overboost system is not very well handled by bios.
I finally did this last week, nuked out my Win 11 laptop install and switched to Ubuntu. I have yet to find anything I would need to go back to Windows for.
Or stay on Windows 10, if the pattern holds true Windows 12 might be decent again.
Idk what I can say about this except “lol”
My reaction too. Next thing they’ll have a hand reach out from the monitor and slap you in the face every time you log on. And people will still put up with it.
Technically speaking noone is restricting you from changing your job/school
Microsoft needs to be broken up.
Any company that can be so blatantly anti consumer and still makes boatloads of money is obviously abusing its dominant position on the market.
Wasn’t IBM broken up into different hardware and software companies? Or an I thinking of someone else
Not ibm. You might be thinking of Bell: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breakup_of_the_Bell_System
This time the software giant is trying out having PC Manager suggest that you ‘repair’ your system by reverting to Microsoft’s default search engine, Bing.
These are sound like things that are just begging European union to milk out some cash from Microsoft through fines.
Turned on my computer yesterday and this popped up. No option to decline. I had to go into the registry last week get all traces of OneDrive out. It’s worse than just ads; it’s also forcing its other products. Like: Bitch, I’m just here for your OS. Fuck off with all your neediness.
"Let’s finish setting up your PC Your PC needs to be backed up and connected to a few more Microsoft services to help you work more easily and securely acrossall your devices.
Back up your files with OneDrive cloud storage Have peace of mind knowing they’re backed up and available acrossyour devices
Enhance your web browsing experience Restore Microsoft recommended browser settings.
Achieve more with a Microsoft 365 subscription Get premium Microsoft 365 apps, 1 TB of cloud storage to back up files and photos, and more
Back up your phone to your PC Access your phone’s photos, texts, and more, right on your PC.
Sign in quickly with Windows Hello Securely unlock your device with a touch or a smile.
Remind me in 3 days or Continue"
I switched Linux distributions last night and it took maybe 15-30 minutes (including download time) and I’ve had no issues (once again). I’m so glad I don’t have to deal with that crap anymore.
I dont think the install time is what is putting people off switching OS, lol.
There’s some distributions that are windows-like, if you want that you can try Linux Mint. But some DEs like Gnome approach desktop use very differently and do away with plenty of windows designs.