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Question from Ed: I have a Lenovo laptop that came with Windows 8.1 preinstalled.
The hard drive died and I have to replace it and my co-worker recommended that I install Linux on it.
The thing is, there are so many Linux versions to choose from that trying to pick one is about to make my head explode.
Which version of Linux do you recommend for a system that was running Windows 8.1 previously? [Read more…]
Some time ago I wrote a post explaining how replacing Windows with Linux can breathe new life into and older computer.
Since that post was written I’ve had a lot of people ask me which Linux distro I recommend they install, and I’ve usually responded with Ubuntu, for two reasons: [Read more…]
Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Sunday, April 16, 2023
• Q&A: Can you recommend a simple Screen Recorder app for Linux
• Q&A: Can carrying a sleeping laptop damage the hard drive?
• Review: AmazonBasics Backpack for Laptops
• This one simple tip reduces your risk of being in an auto accident
Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Thursday, April 13, 2023
• Q&A: Is it really safe to use Linux on an older PC?
• How to make the notifications you receive in Windows 11 less irritating
• Q&A: What’s the quickest way to delete browser cookies?
• Time is both precious and fleeting. Use it wisely.
Question from Jackie D.: Rick, I read your post about replacing Windows with Linux and I’d really like to give Linux Mint a try. The thing is I don’t want to get rid of Windows.
I read that you have a choice of either installing Linux Mint to dual-boot with Windows or placing it on a separate hard drive. I’d like to know which way you think I should go. [Read more…]