Switching from Windows to Linux for Gaming – Need advice (config linked)

Hello everyone,

I'm getting a new gaming PC soon, which you can see the full configuration here . For personal reasons (particularly related to current American politics), I'm considering switching from Windows to Linux. I have a good technical background, but I'm still quite unfamiliar with Linux distributions. So I'd like your advice on how to make this transition a success.

I'm particularly interested in Endeavour OS , especially because of its Arch base and more user-friendly appearance. My main goal is to run my games, which I mostly buy on GOG and Steam via European key resellers. If you've already experimented with Proton , Wine or Lutris , I'd be happy to hear your feedback on compatibility and performance.

Also, I have a Steam Deck and want to set up local remote play from this new PC. If you have any tips or recommendations (network or software) to make streaming smooth, I'm all ears.

On the office side, I'm looking at LibreOffice to replace Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Are there other suites that you find more complete or easier to use? And for PDF file management or editing , what are your favorite solutions on Linux?

Finally, I plan to experiment with a local LLM model of about 9B to 13B parameters. Do you think this is feasible on my PC? I also want to be able to access it remotely (from a laptop, for example). Any information on the necessary configuration, or sharing of experience, would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you all in advance for your advice and feedback. I am open to any comments that could help me approach this migration in the best conditions!

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Kernel Recipes 2025 important aspect!
https://people.kernel.org/paulmck/kernel-recipes-2025

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AI hands out Windows keys, but Linux never had a lock
https://news.opensuse.org/2025/02/28/linux-has-no-locks/

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Why I Returned to Xorg After Months on Wayland

For the past 6 to 7 months, I gave Wayland a real shot. It was the longest I’ve ever stuck with it, and honestly, it was way more usable than my previous attempts. But over time, small issues piled up, leading me back to Xorg.

A major frustration was Crusader, my favorite file manager, which just doesn’t work well on Wayland. I tried alternatives like Thunar and Nemo, but nothing quite replaces Crusader for me. Sure, that’s an application issue more than Wayland’s fault, but at the end of the day, I need my setup to just work.

OBS was another pain point. Window capture would randomly break due to portal issues. Restarting the portal or switching to a different one sometimes helped, but why should I have to fight my system to do basic things?

I also realized that Wayland’s window manager scene is lacking. Hyperland is the main option, but it’s controlled by one dev, and that worries me. There’s no real ecosystem of diverse, well-polished window managers like we have on Xorg with i3, dwm, qtile, etc. Until that changes, I don’t see myself sticking with Wayland for long.

Back on Xorg, my system just works. Yes, screen tearing is a thing, but vsync with Picom fixes that easily. Setting up my multi-monitor layout was smooth, and overall, the experience has been flawless. Xorg might be “dying,” but from a user perspective, it’s still rock solid.

I’ll keep an eye on Wayland, and I’m sure I’ll switch back at some point to test things again. But for now? Xorg still delivers the best experience for my workflow. Curious to hear from others anyone else bounced between Wayland and Xorg? What made you stick with one over the other?

Distro: openSUSE Tumbleweed; Plasma desktop

PS. Xorg isn’t prone to screen tear/fractional scaling :”)

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Thoughts on Nvidia benchmarks on various OS?

I'm not trying to be Phoronix, but every now and then I like to take some benchmarks to get a feel for the various OSes I have installed on my laptop.

Using Superposition, I ran tests on my four laptop operating systems (3 times).

Fedora 41 is my daily driver, so I guess I'm glad it did the best out of the Linux options. I imagine Windows scored highest because Nvidia puts extra effort into that OS. I'm kinda surprised Fedora 42 beta did so poorly, though I have to remember it's in beta.

What are your thoughts?



OS Superposition OS Details Nvidia Driver
Windows 10 16872 Build 22631 560.94
Fedora 41/Gnome 15604 Kernel 6.12.15 570.86.16
Ubuntu 24.10/Gnome 13610 Kernel 6.11.0 560.35.03
Fedora 42/Gnome 12448 Kernel 6.14.0-rc4 570.86.16

Hardware Info:

Legion Pro 5 16IRX9
Display: 2560x1600 @ 240 Hz - 16" [Built-in\]
CPU: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-14650HX (24) @ 5.20 GHz
GPU 1: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Max-Q / Mobile [Discrete\]
Memory: 32 G



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more clearing screen?

I have been using linux forever and just started getting annoyed by more. Not sure how long it has been this way, but I am pretty sure it hasn't been this way forever. I guess I am just venting. Is there a way to turn off more clearing the screen? I hate losing what I was looking at when I am using a console without history. Using Debian 12

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New Release: Mac Storage Manager – Cross-Platform (macOS & Linux)!

https://preview.redd.it/lzpmst1d7sle1.png?width=1286&format=png&auto=webp&s=7b174ea7c3908e60d1a1c41a82f7cfa3dfad219f

Hello everyone,

I'm excited to announce the release of Mac Storage Manager v2.0.0, a major update that transforms this popular disk space management tool into a truly cross-platform solution. Originally built for macOS, this new version now supports Linux, making it a versatile choice for users on both systems.

# What’s New in v2.0.0?

* Cross-Platform Support
* On macOS, the noscript continues to scan for .app bundles in /Applications and \~/Applications.
* On Linux, it now scans for .desktop files in /usr/share/applications and \~/.local/share/applications — a key step to manage applications on Linux systems!
* Improved User Experience
* Updated whiptail dialogs and progress bars for a smoother interactive deletion process.
* Enhanced error handling and logging, with clearer log outputs in application\_size\_checker.log for better troubleshooting.
* Refined Deletion Workflow
* The noscript now offers a refined process for deleting both main application files and associated files, such as configuration, cache, and logs, with step-by-step confirmation prompts.

# Why Use Mac Storage Manager?

* Free Up Disk Space Safely: Identify and remove large applications along with their supporting files.
* Interactive and Secure: The noscript uses graphical dialogs (via whiptail) to guide you through the deletion process, ensuring you review what gets deleted.
* Cross-Platform Versatility: Whether you’re on macOS or Linux, you now have one tool to manage disk space effectively.

# Get Started

Check out the repository for full instructions and details: [https://github.com/NarekMosisian/mac-storage-manager](https://github.com/NarekMosisian/mac-storage-manager)

I’d love to hear your feedback and see how this tool helps you manage your system’s storage. Happy cleaning!

Feel free to ask any questions or share your experiences in the comments!
Hello everyone,I'm excited to announce the release of Mac Storage Manager v2.0.0, a major update that transforms this popular disk space management tool into a truly cross-platform solution. Originally built for macOS, this new version now supports Linux, making it a versatile choice for users on both systems.What’s New in v2.0.0?Cross-Platform Support
On macOS, the noscript continues to scan for .app bundles in /Applications and \~/Applications.
On Linux, it now scans for .desktop files in /usr/share/applications and \~/.local/share/applications — a key step to manage applications on Linux systems!
Improved User Experience
Updated whiptail dialogs and progress bars for a smoother interactive deletion process.
Enhanced error handling and logging, with clearer log outputs in application\_size\_checker.log for better troubleshooting.
Refined Deletion Workflow
The noscript now offers a refined process for deleting both main application files and associated files, such as configuration, cache, and logs, with step-by-step confirmation prompts.Why Use Mac Storage Manager?Free Up Disk Space Safely: Identify and remove large applications along with their supporting files.
Interactive and Secure: The noscript uses graphical dialogs (via whiptail) to guide you through the deletion process, ensuring you review what gets deleted.
Cross-Platform Versatility: Whether you’re on macOS or Linux, you now have one tool to manage disk space effectively.Get StartedCheck out the repository for full instructions and details: [https://github.com/NarekMosisian/mac-storage-managerI’d](https://github.com/NarekMosisian/mac-storage-managerI’d) love to hear your feedback and see how this tool helps you manage your system’s storage. Happy cleaning!Feel free to ask any questions or share your experiences in the comments!

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Open TV Android needs testers to launch on Google Play
https://github.com/Fredolx/open-tv/discussions/155

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An update on our Terms of Use
https://blog.mozilla.org/products/firefox/update-on-terms-of-use/

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In response to people saying Mozilla is removing mentions of “we don’t sell your data”
https://github.com/mozilla/bedrock/commit/d459addab846d8144b61939b7f4310eb80c5470e#commitcomment-153095625

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GitHub - deepseek-ai/3FS: A high-performance distributed file system designed to address the challenges of AI training and inference workloads.
https://github.com/deepseek-ai/3FS

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Linux Community?

I'm curious if this is just me being set in my ways. I have been a Linux user since the 90s. I started with DOS and Win 3.1. I tried Win 95 for a bit and then chatted on irc with some friends who suggested Linux and I haven't really looked back.

That being said, i'm no stranger to windows either. I have to use it with work. I work with a "version" of FreeBSD on specific hardware, but I need to use Windows for everything else.

However, this past week I've tried to run Windows on my home PC. I wanted to mod some games I really enjoy and this is much easier on Windows. However, what I've learned this past week is that, i'd much rather not play those games and mod them, and just go back to Linux.

is this just me just not willing to change? I'm wondering if I like Linux because it's what I'm use to.

I know this is funny to post to a Linux subreddit, but there has got to be more people like me out there that is more comfortable and familiar with Linux than Windows right?

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Would you recommend the Finnish Jolla Linux phone?

Hi all,

I'm thinking about switching from Android to a Linux mobile OS. I've just found out there is a Finnish company that does that, a Linux OS phone, which also provides support to run sandboxed Android apps.

Would you recommend this, or would you recommend something else?

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This Week in Plasma: Great Stuff for 6.4
https://blogs.kde.org/2025/03/01/this-week-in-plasma-great-stuff-for-6.4/

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Hehe, now windows feeling like Microsoft edge xd
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AMD Prepares Linux Driver Support For Image Signal Processor With New Laptops
https://www.phoronix.com/news/AMD-ISP4-Linux-Laptop-Driver

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A lot of movement into Linux

I’ve noticed a lot of people moving in to Linux just past few weeks. What’s it all about? Why suddenly now? Is this a new hype or a TikTok trend?

I’m a Linux user myself and it’s fun to see the standards of people changing.
I’m just curious where this new movement comes from and what it means.

I guess it kinda has to do with Microsoft’s bloatware but the type of new users seems to be like a moving trend.

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Application to manually limit TDP of CPU in Linux
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Atlanta Linux Showcase 1998
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What will the future between Linux and ARM be like?

Yes, I know Android exists. Yes, I know some desktop Linux distributions already work on ARM. I'm talking about software compatibility, and that's what worries me. Will most of the programs we use on Linux today have ARM versions? For example, Proton itself would already have to be completely reworked. Other completely random programs (e.g. Microsoft Teams) probably wouldn't get ARM versions because the company would definitely not give a single shit. How do you see the future of Linux on ARM? Even MacOS itself suffered a lot from compatibility issues during the Intel to M1 transition, and even today, 5 years later, there are still some programs that are not adapted to Apple Silicon, and others are a compatibility mess. For example, Minecraft 1.9+ has compatibility with Apple Silicon, but the launcher is x86, running by emulation. I won't even talk about Windows ARM because the mess is even bigger.

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What are your thoughts on using windows icons on linux apps?
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