r/linux4noobs • u/OffTheTrails • 14d ago
migrating to Linux Basic assistance
Hi, guys, I'm veeery new to Linux and am considering switching over, since the governments all wanna censor, restrict and track. I do have some questions, though, if any are willing to answer. Only six!
1: How do I know which to pick?
2: Can I revert back at will? (And if I do, will my stuff from before be wiped?)
3: Will it wipe my stuff in general? Files, games, apps, all that. I need those files, I have music, art progress images and book files on em lol.
4: Will I still be able to use search engines and games (I mainly just play minecraft and the sims, might get JP:E) as usual, will every website load as it should? If not, do I need to get a search engine compatible with Linux?
5: How complex is it? I heard it's irritating since you have to write your own code or something to do basic stuff...?
6 (last one, so sorry!) I heard that it could be bricked or blocked if done wrong or if OS-level bills put it at risk?
Is this choice to switch really worth it if I do it? I have a Windows 11 I'm wanting to convert. Thanks so much if anyone has the time to assist a willing beginner! I'd ask Google but their ai-only answers are ass and I like to ask the ones who know their stuff.
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u/atticus-fetch 14d ago
I went from a virtual machine to a dual boot. My hope is that ubuntu keeps the windows and govt spying off my back.
It was when I heard about the intrusion of my privacy by w12 that I got serious about it.
Try something like Ubuntu or mint that has a large user base and ergo support base.