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If you're just about to switch to Linux, read this.

#linux #terminal #ubuntu #mint

Well...Well...Well... You’re probably tired of Windows, too—or maybe you just want something new , And you think Linux is an interesting option, you HAVE to read this

What do I want to talk about?

You have likely already heard the name of the best distribution for beginners, but I will list a few options for you to choose from to get started. (We'll talk more about choosing a distro in another post.)

  1. Linux mint (Cinnumon Recommended)
  2. Pop_!OS
  3. Ubuntu
  4. Zorin OS
  5. MX linux

Choose one to get started.

How do we use them for the first time?

NEVER install Linux fully on your computer. You have two options:

  1. Virtual machine (recommended)
  2. Dual boot

Dual-booting requires more complex steps—such as creating a bootable flash drive or partitioning the disk—but it leaves all the computer's resources available, allowing you to use the system normally.

A virtual machine is like running Linux as if it were an application; however, it consumes more resources, so you need a more powerful computer.

Installing them is simple, too—whether on a virtual machine or in a dual-boot setup. You can easily learn how to install it by watching a YouTube video and talking to an AI.

  • Important note: For a dual-boot installation, be sure to check the internet connection, audio, keyboard, mouse, and display within the live-USB before starting the installation. And make sure the USB drive is in good working order and has at least 8 GB of space.

Okay, I've installed it. How do I use it?

First of all, the basic terminal commands. (on linux yo have to learn it , else you are NOT a linux user)

Package manager

All the distributions mentioned here use the apt package manager. If you are using a different distribution, search online to find out how to use its package manager. Knowing how to search is a skill in itself! (Discussing package managers would take too long, so I won't talk about them.)

However, if you are using these distributions, you should know these commands for removing, installing, and updating.

for install something :

sudo apt install <package-name>
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sudo : the root Access
apt : calling package manager
install : install something with APT
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and then type the package name

for uninstalling a package :

sudo apt remove <package-name>
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sudo : the root Access
apt : calling package manager
remove : remove something with APT
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and then type the package name

for update every package in linux :

sudo apt update
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sudo apt upgrade
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run this two command

for updating just one package :

sudo apt-get --only-upgrade install <package>
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Terminal commands 

pwd
ls
cd
cat
mkdir
touch
cp
mv
rm
rmdir
find
file
tree
nano
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here is the list of the commands you have to learn .
you can easy search :

linux command line crash course
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linux command line for beginners
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and watch a youtube video to learn it .
Have a great life with Linux!

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