Operating Systems

Linux Distros

Note that these are specifically distros that are user-friendly and easy to set up. Distros such as Arch, Void Linux, etc. are difficult to set up for beginners.

• standard
  • fixed release
    • GNOME: Fedora / Ubuntu / Bluefin
    • KDE: Fedora / Kubuntu / Aurora
    • Cinnamon: Linux Mint
    • COSMIC: Pop!_OS
  • rolling release: EndeavourOS / Manjaro
• gaming: Bazzite / Nobara / SteamOS

Deepin is also a good distro with great aesthetics, but is more focused at a Chinese audience. It’s a great option if you want a Chinese language distro.

Other

• boot drive
  • standard: Rufus / Etcher
  • multiple OSs: Ventoy

Ventoy can store multiple ISOs on the boot drive, and you don’t need to reformat the boot drive every time you want to add a new ISO! Also, you’re able to use a Ventoy drive as a regular USB stick as well to store regular data.