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I am a new GNU/Linux enthusiast. I deleted Windows from my desktop PC about 2 months ago, I think. I definitely don't claim to be especially tech savvy, and I realize I do have a learning curve ahead of myself. As an example, I know flatpak and snaps are two types of package managers, but I haven't really been able to comprehend what exactly are the differences between those. So I do have a lot to learn, and I don't think it's silly of me. I think it's mature to admit my knowledge is lacking, while actively seeking to improve it.
However, what I wanted to say is, I honestly find that I enjoy Ubuntu, and that I don't necessarily agree with all the hate directed towards it.
Now, first of all, Ubuntu has been mocked for appealing to tech-illiterate people, and for prioritizing the GUI over the CLI. However, I am a gamer first and foremost, that's the main thing I do on my PC. I already need to do a ton of tinkering. I need to be able to troubleshoot a problem with the game I am trying to run, and attempt to fix it. I find it quite convenient that there is a distro that makes it more convenient. As of right now, with my insufficient knowledge, I wouldn't want to spend my time tinkering with both my OS AND my games at the same time to get them to run. I think that's understandable.
I find the Desktop Environment to be quite nicely designed. I've tried Linux Mint Cinammon on my old laptop and, to be honest, the layout feels a tiny bit cheap in comparison with Ubuntu's. I know you can always install a different Environment or rice your current layout, but I think that Ubuntu looks pretty slick out of the box.
As a gamer, most of my games run pretty well, although there have been exceptions, but I can't complain about a lack of playable games.
I think Ubuntu overall feels slicker, more friendly, and less in-your-face than Windows. I actually feel like I have some level of freedom. I can use the Terminal when I want to, and it's a valid option, but most of that can be done via the GUI, I am not being coerced on every step to pay for some bullshit subscription-based service, like it was the case on Windows.
I honestly don't see why there is so much Ubuntu hatred. As someone new to operating systems based on the Linux kernel, I find that it's a more elegant, more friendly, less bloated system than Windows, while remaining easy to use.
I think people should stop acting so elitist. As a gamer that doesn't yet know how to program (I've begun learning C++, but so far my knowledge hardly extends below writing and compiling, "Hello World!") and is still learning the terminal, Ubuntu honestly seems like a pretty good choice. Personally, I feel quite happy and I believe it to be a significant improvement over Windows.
What do you think? Am I wrong?
I've just realized I've failed to include that, but I am using 22.04 LTS.
Do you believe my opinion to be wrong? Do you hate Ubuntu?
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