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Q&A: Which version of Linux should I replace Windows with?

Posted on October 14, 2023

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…]

Why I now recommend Linux Mint instead of Ubuntu

Posted on April 23, 2023

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…]

Sunday, April 16, 2023 – Can carrying a sleeping laptop damage the hard drive? – Can you recommend a simple Screen Recorder app for Linux

Posted on April 16, 2023

Hello, and welcome…

Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Sunday, April 16, 2023

 


 

Topics covered in this issue…

• 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

[Read more…]

Thursday, April 13, 2023 – Is it really safe to use Linux on an older PC? – Make Windows 11 notifications less irritating

Posted on April 13, 2023

Hello, and welcome…

Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Thursday, April 13, 2023

 


 

Topics covered in this issue…

• 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.

[Read more…]

Q&A: Should I install Linux to dual-boot with Windows or install it on a different drive?

Posted on December 21, 2022

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…]

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