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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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Easy Dual Boot Method to Give Family Offramp from Windows (lemmy.dbzer0.com)

submitted 3 days ago by Resonosity@lemmy.dbzer0.com to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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Hi! Thanks for reading.

I'm sure all of us Linux users revel in the countless articles coming out about the enshittification of Windows, reporting on how Microslop is utilizing more and more vibe coding, transforming PCs into rental clients, and more.

While I'm happy to call myself a Kubuntu-ist, many of my family members still daily drive Windows 11 on their PCs. I can only imagine how their UX is declining day over day.

This makes me want them to witness the freedom of Linux!

So, what are your easiest ways to set up dual boot between W11 and your favorite distro?

Seems like a GUI would be best for non-tech savvy people. Something like rEFInd or Clover (I come from the Steam Deck dual boot world, and am somewhat familiar with this one).

Are there any risks with changing the default Windows Boot Manager? I've heard that Windows updates can mess things up, but that if you install Windows first, that can save some headache down the road.

Bonus if you have a favorite distro for non-tech savvy people that needs minimal configuration!

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[–] gustofwind@lemmy.world 2 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Yeah because your conduct is likely to make them and others think poorly of Linux when it’s eagerly foisted upon them by a plucky nerd

So it’s important to tell people like you to relax and let your family voluntarily come to you asking for Linux instead of enthusiastically try to convert them

[–] Resonosity@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 3 days ago (1 children)

eagerly foisted upon

What about giving them options is "foisted upon" to you?

[–] axum@lemmy.blahaj.zone 1 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

Normies hate choice.

The computer is just an annoying medium they have to interface with to get to email and Facebook. They don't want options, they want consistency. This is why apple is popular, it appeals to this strong desire.

This is why win10 ltsc is the better choice.