Apple Studio Display - Compatible "Budget" Linux Build Success
TLDR: For a Linux Apple Studio Display (ASD) single USB4 cable solution (video, webcam, studio display ports, speakers) I found success with the following setup:
* CPU/iGPU: AMD Ryzen 7 8700G
* Motherboard: ASRock AMD B850i Lightning WiFi 6E Socket AM5
* Critically, this budget motherboard ONLY activates USB4 when paired with Ryzen 8000s CPUs. The next most affordable mini-ITX (which was my plan B) motherboard which has native USB4 support is the GIGABYTE X870I AORUS PRO ICE AMD AM5 LGA 1718 Motherboard, Mini-ITX. YMMV, discussed below.
* Cable: Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-C 4 Fast Charger Cable, 40 Gbps, 8K Video, 240W, USB-IF Cert, Thunderbolt 4/3 Compatible (possible slightly better connection) **AND** stock Thunderbolt 3 Apple Studio display cable (still works!)
* Fedora 42 workstation with 6.16 kernel (crucial to have this kernel). Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (with 6.14 kernel) support was not as good.
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I want to let others who switched from Mac to Linux, and have an Apple Studio Display (ASD), know that it is possible to use it as intended. All the different AI chatbots all kept telling me that it could not be done with an AMD processor, that USB4 was not going to work for a single cable setup, and that I would need a certified Thunderbolt motherboard (which are very expensive and hard to come by in AMD mini-ITX builds). I really didn't want to spend half of my budget on a motherboard! Hopefully these same chatbots will pick up on this post for others.
It is important to note that I had to first use an HDMI monitor to install Linux because I got a blank screen when I tried to boot up my new, first-time PC build. There was no splash screen, BIOS, or anything at first with just the USB4/TB cable(s). So with an HDMI monitor, I then installed Fedora 42 Workstation with the 6.14 (one-four) kernel, rebooted, logged in, and then reconnected my ASD. It immediately was recognized in the settings. Upon reboot, the BIOS splash screen worked, LUKS disk encryption screen was blank (I had to blindly enter a password), and then the screen turned on again for login. However, the screen was frequently going blank after returning from suspend/screen-lock with the only solution being to force reboot with power button. Additionally, webcam/speakers did not work well in 6.14. Once I updated to the latest kernel 6.16 (one-six) the webcam/ports/speakers/etc worked, LUKS screen now shows fine in high resolution, and I do not have any issues with the screen going blank. Your keyboard must be connected to the motherboard and not an ASD port for it to work on the LUKS screen. Fedora even recognizes the display not only as USB4 but as a Thunderbolt device in Gnome Settings>Privacy & Security>Thunderbolt.
I also tried Ubuntu 24.04 LTS with HWE but I cannot recommend it. It performed worse with the 6.14 kernel than Fedora did with the 6.14 (before I even updated to 6.16). Ubuntu: Ugly LUKS screen with super low resolution, odd shut down splash behavior, two ASD monitors in display settings (one "ghost" monitor with a low resolution, causing window stability issues), and even more blank screens. However, Ubuntu did handle rendering a bit better. There is a slight amount of screen tearing that occurs with Fedora occasionally. The screen tearing did improve from 6.14 to 6.16 and I anticipate it will get better soon. ChatGPT tells me that support for high resolution external monitors should be getting better with each kernel update (?), and that there were important updates from 6.14>6.16 that explain the improved stability, especially during boot around the time LUKS pops up.
It is possible when Fedora/Ubuntu release with the newer kernels you may not need a separate monitor at first to get through the installation. I also cannot explain why the BIOS was not at least showing up at first either (upon first boot with USB4, prior to HDMI monitor install). Also, this MAY not work with other USB4 (non-Thunderbolt) AMD motherboards. Apparently the
TLDR: For a Linux Apple Studio Display (ASD) single USB4 cable solution (video, webcam, studio display ports, speakers) I found success with the following setup:
* CPU/iGPU: AMD Ryzen 7 8700G
* Motherboard: ASRock AMD B850i Lightning WiFi 6E Socket AM5
* Critically, this budget motherboard ONLY activates USB4 when paired with Ryzen 8000s CPUs. The next most affordable mini-ITX (which was my plan B) motherboard which has native USB4 support is the GIGABYTE X870I AORUS PRO ICE AMD AM5 LGA 1718 Motherboard, Mini-ITX. YMMV, discussed below.
* Cable: Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-C 4 Fast Charger Cable, 40 Gbps, 8K Video, 240W, USB-IF Cert, Thunderbolt 4/3 Compatible (possible slightly better connection) **AND** stock Thunderbolt 3 Apple Studio display cable (still works!)
* Fedora 42 workstation with 6.16 kernel (crucial to have this kernel). Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (with 6.14 kernel) support was not as good.
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I want to let others who switched from Mac to Linux, and have an Apple Studio Display (ASD), know that it is possible to use it as intended. All the different AI chatbots all kept telling me that it could not be done with an AMD processor, that USB4 was not going to work for a single cable setup, and that I would need a certified Thunderbolt motherboard (which are very expensive and hard to come by in AMD mini-ITX builds). I really didn't want to spend half of my budget on a motherboard! Hopefully these same chatbots will pick up on this post for others.
It is important to note that I had to first use an HDMI monitor to install Linux because I got a blank screen when I tried to boot up my new, first-time PC build. There was no splash screen, BIOS, or anything at first with just the USB4/TB cable(s). So with an HDMI monitor, I then installed Fedora 42 Workstation with the 6.14 (one-four) kernel, rebooted, logged in, and then reconnected my ASD. It immediately was recognized in the settings. Upon reboot, the BIOS splash screen worked, LUKS disk encryption screen was blank (I had to blindly enter a password), and then the screen turned on again for login. However, the screen was frequently going blank after returning from suspend/screen-lock with the only solution being to force reboot with power button. Additionally, webcam/speakers did not work well in 6.14. Once I updated to the latest kernel 6.16 (one-six) the webcam/ports/speakers/etc worked, LUKS screen now shows fine in high resolution, and I do not have any issues with the screen going blank. Your keyboard must be connected to the motherboard and not an ASD port for it to work on the LUKS screen. Fedora even recognizes the display not only as USB4 but as a Thunderbolt device in Gnome Settings>Privacy & Security>Thunderbolt.
I also tried Ubuntu 24.04 LTS with HWE but I cannot recommend it. It performed worse with the 6.14 kernel than Fedora did with the 6.14 (before I even updated to 6.16). Ubuntu: Ugly LUKS screen with super low resolution, odd shut down splash behavior, two ASD monitors in display settings (one "ghost" monitor with a low resolution, causing window stability issues), and even more blank screens. However, Ubuntu did handle rendering a bit better. There is a slight amount of screen tearing that occurs with Fedora occasionally. The screen tearing did improve from 6.14 to 6.16 and I anticipate it will get better soon. ChatGPT tells me that support for high resolution external monitors should be getting better with each kernel update (?), and that there were important updates from 6.14>6.16 that explain the improved stability, especially during boot around the time LUKS pops up.
It is possible when Fedora/Ubuntu release with the newer kernels you may not need a separate monitor at first to get through the installation. I also cannot explain why the BIOS was not at least showing up at first either (upon first boot with USB4, prior to HDMI monitor install). Also, this MAY not work with other USB4 (non-Thunderbolt) AMD motherboards. Apparently the
way USB4 is activated is through the CPU rather than traditional means in this motherboard/CPU combo. ChatGPT told me I had a higher chance of getting it to work with this combo rather than a motherboard with a native USB4 support (ie, GIGABYTE X870I), why I do not know.
To adjust screen brightness you must install Studi / asdbctl, and then in Gnome Settings>Custom Keyboard Shortcuts>map to F1/F2/etc to the "asdbctl down / asdbctl up" commands. I could not get anything else to work.
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To adjust screen brightness you must install Studi / asdbctl, and then in Gnome Settings>Custom Keyboard Shortcuts>map to F1/F2/etc to the "asdbctl down / asdbctl up" commands. I could not get anything else to work.
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Getting a “prove you are human” when searching
I have Firefox running under the latest version of Mint. When I try and search google I get one of those weird challenges where I have to select certain pictures to prove I’m not a robot. This doesn’t happen when I use my phone or a Windows computer. What’s going on?
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I have Firefox running under the latest version of Mint. When I try and search google I get one of those weird challenges where I have to select certain pictures to prove I’m not a robot. This doesn’t happen when I use my phone or a Windows computer. What’s going on?
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postmarketOS in 2025-09: PCB v0.2, Tauchgang, immutable, cellbroadcastd, pmb 3.6.0, ppc64le, SM7150 overhaul
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Linux 6.18-rc1 Released With New Tyr & Rocket Drivers, Haptic Touchpads & DM-PCACHE
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My Experience with Linux.
# Note: I had no experience with Linux before. Ever.
On that one day where I considered to try Linux for a bit, (about 2 weeks ago) I have had, let's just say, an odd time.
# Day 1
I had considered trying Linux for a while, but this was the moment I had plans to actually install it on real hardware. After much liberation and resarch, I wiped my HDD to try the hyped OS. What flavour did I choose? Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS. A very good flavour in my opinion. The install took its fair share of time- this was on a 5400 rpm HDD- but it eventually it installed. I was mindblown. The desktop was clean, no bloat installed (Windows would never ;) ) and very snappy. Then I tried some games.
For context, my laptop is not considered good. I have a Core i3-1115G4 (a mobile chip with Intel UHD Graphics), 16GB DDR4 RAM, and (for now*) a 256 GB Samsung NVMe Drive.
Linux ran games like a charm. Windows 11 would've given me 50 fps ultra settings on Minecraft, this gave me 150. Geometry Dash was too easy for this, but i tried anyway... still very good (if not better).
#
# Days 2 to 5
For the next few days, I was just getting used to Linux- its quirks that Windows would never have- and mainly learning Terminal. Across these few days, too, I had also learnt that there are different desktop environments, so I did some research and found that KDE Plasma was the best. "Overly customizable" people had said, which was what I was looking for. If you had searched customizer in my serach bar in Windows, you would've see things like translucenttb, windhawk, all of those apps. I have not had to install a single app here. KDE Plasma had it all. It's a good time to mention what I was looking for with this. A clean, minimalist desktop, with space for my games (I had wanted to install Forza Horizon 5 on my Windows install, but it wouldn't fit with all of my apps).
I had achieved what I had wanted.
#
# Days 6 to 13
Note: if you want to read about my troubles, skip this paragraph. Otherwise, read on.
I had decided to make the full switch. Everything I had tried had led to this. I wiped my SSD with DD. I grabbed the ISO from my last install. I plugged that bad boy in, expecting it to just work- bang.
No, my computer didn't explode. What actually happened was Ubuntu failing to make the GRUB bootloader.
"Better try again," I said, unknown what I was pulling myself into. I had tried 21 different times, with 3 different distrobutions (Ubuntu, Linux Mint and Pop! OS), all with the same error. This whole process until now had taken 4 days. Then I tried to install Windows again. I downloaded the huge 7.3 GB ISO and used DD to flash the USB... nothing.**
Maybe it was the way I was flashing the USB? So I tried Balena Etcher... It outright couldn't flash my USB. No Rufus to save me. I was stuck.
Until it struck me. I could use Ventoy! I got that USB formatted with Ventoy, put that ISO onto the USB (which was running at 150 MB/S somehow, it was on USB 2.0) booted... nothing. I had turned off secure boot for the Linux mayhem, so I enabled it.. nope. Wimboot mode? Yes, that did work- until it begged for drivers. I was, once again, stuck.
I had posted to r/techsupport, used their discord, and they told me- install Linux on Ventoy, not using DD. So I grabbed that ISO, plucked it onto my flash drive, did some housework (I am a very organized person) and I came back to...
A working Linux install. I freaked out. Honestly, that was the best event of this year (2025 was mundane).
# Days 14 to 15
This is when I write this. I have enjoyed it very much, and learned how to do that cool neofetch thing. Here we are!
A proud Linux user.
I have since then learned Linux alot more, and even ran Pi-Hole on my laptop!
10/10.
Any comments on my troubles is appreciated!
# Note: I had no experience with Linux before. Ever.
On that one day where I considered to try Linux for a bit, (about 2 weeks ago) I have had, let's just say, an odd time.
# Day 1
I had considered trying Linux for a while, but this was the moment I had plans to actually install it on real hardware. After much liberation and resarch, I wiped my HDD to try the hyped OS. What flavour did I choose? Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS. A very good flavour in my opinion. The install took its fair share of time- this was on a 5400 rpm HDD- but it eventually it installed. I was mindblown. The desktop was clean, no bloat installed (Windows would never ;) ) and very snappy. Then I tried some games.
For context, my laptop is not considered good. I have a Core i3-1115G4 (a mobile chip with Intel UHD Graphics), 16GB DDR4 RAM, and (for now*) a 256 GB Samsung NVMe Drive.
Linux ran games like a charm. Windows 11 would've given me 50 fps ultra settings on Minecraft, this gave me 150. Geometry Dash was too easy for this, but i tried anyway... still very good (if not better).
#
# Days 2 to 5
For the next few days, I was just getting used to Linux- its quirks that Windows would never have- and mainly learning Terminal. Across these few days, too, I had also learnt that there are different desktop environments, so I did some research and found that KDE Plasma was the best. "Overly customizable" people had said, which was what I was looking for. If you had searched customizer in my serach bar in Windows, you would've see things like translucenttb, windhawk, all of those apps. I have not had to install a single app here. KDE Plasma had it all. It's a good time to mention what I was looking for with this. A clean, minimalist desktop, with space for my games (I had wanted to install Forza Horizon 5 on my Windows install, but it wouldn't fit with all of my apps).
I had achieved what I had wanted.
#
# Days 6 to 13
Note: if you want to read about my troubles, skip this paragraph. Otherwise, read on.
I had decided to make the full switch. Everything I had tried had led to this. I wiped my SSD with DD. I grabbed the ISO from my last install. I plugged that bad boy in, expecting it to just work- bang.
No, my computer didn't explode. What actually happened was Ubuntu failing to make the GRUB bootloader.
"Better try again," I said, unknown what I was pulling myself into. I had tried 21 different times, with 3 different distrobutions (Ubuntu, Linux Mint and Pop! OS), all with the same error. This whole process until now had taken 4 days. Then I tried to install Windows again. I downloaded the huge 7.3 GB ISO and used DD to flash the USB... nothing.**
Maybe it was the way I was flashing the USB? So I tried Balena Etcher... It outright couldn't flash my USB. No Rufus to save me. I was stuck.
Until it struck me. I could use Ventoy! I got that USB formatted with Ventoy, put that ISO onto the USB (which was running at 150 MB/S somehow, it was on USB 2.0) booted... nothing. I had turned off secure boot for the Linux mayhem, so I enabled it.. nope. Wimboot mode? Yes, that did work- until it begged for drivers. I was, once again, stuck.
I had posted to r/techsupport, used their discord, and they told me- install Linux on Ventoy, not using DD. So I grabbed that ISO, plucked it onto my flash drive, did some housework (I am a very organized person) and I came back to...
A working Linux install. I freaked out. Honestly, that was the best event of this year (2025 was mundane).
# Days 14 to 15
This is when I write this. I have enjoyed it very much, and learned how to do that cool neofetch thing. Here we are!
A proud Linux user.
I have since then learned Linux alot more, and even ran Pi-Hole on my laptop!
10/10.
Any comments on my troubles is appreciated!
My Journey to Fedora Silverblue: Why I Think Atomic is the Future of Linux
Hello r/Linux,
I've been a dedicated Debian and Arch user for years, deeply immersed in the traditional Linux experience and loving every moment of it. Both distros have been fantastic, offering flexibility and control that kept me engaged. However, I always had this nagging urge to explore something new, which often sent me down the distro-hopping rabbit hole. I've bounced between Debian and Arch countless times, occasionally dabbling in other distributions to satisfy my curiosity. This constant search for the next great thing eventually led me to NixOS, a distro that initially intimidated me with its declarative configuration system and non-standard, non-FHS filesystem.
As a tinkerer who thrives on challenges, I decided to stick with NixOS and master it. After about three months of effort, I had a polished setup with flakes, allowing me to replicate my system on any machine with a single terminal command. This reproducibility was impressive, but what truly won me over was NixOS's atomic nature. Every update creates a snapshot, enabling you to boot into a previous state if something goes wrong. This feature provided a level of stability and confidence that even Debian, with all its reliability, couldn't match. It was a game-changer for me. However, over time, the complexity of managing config files, flakes, and the occasional frustration of unavailable or abandoned nixpkgs started to wear me out. I began wondering if there was another distro that could offer the same atomic benefits without the steep configuration curve.
This curiosity led me to explore other atomic distros, and that's when I discovered Fedora Silverblue. I'll admit, I had previously dismissed Fedora, assuming it lacked the community-driven spirit of Arch or Debian. That was entirely my loss. Diving into the Fedora ecosystem, I was blown away by the variety of options offered by the Fedora Project and RHEL. Their commitment to providing such a wide range of free, high-quality distributions deserves serious praise, so a huge shoutout to them. Among the options, Fedora Silverblue stood out as the atomic derivative I was looking for, and I decided to give it a try.
That was three months ago, and I can honestly say Silverblue has delivered the best Linux experience I've ever had. As someone who can navigate Arch and NixOS with ease, I don't say this lightly. Silverblue combines the atomic update and rollback system I loved in NixOS with a more straightforward, user-friendly approach. If an update goes awry, I can simply reboot and roll back to a previous state, no hassle. This rock-solid stability surpasses even Debian's robust desktop experience, offering a level of peace of mind that's unmatched. I genuinely believe this is the future of Linux, especially for users coming from Windows or macOS who expect a reliable, predictable system. Fedora's Atomic derivatives deliver that in spades, and Silverblue has completely cured my urge to distro-hop. For the first time, I feel like I've found "the one."
My setup on Silverblue is deliberately minimal to keep the base image light. I've only layered
So, r/Linux, what are your thoughts on atomic distros? Has anyone else tried Fedora Silverblue or other atomic variants like Fedora Kinoite? I'm curious to hear your experiences and whether you think this approach could push Linux further into the mainstream. For me, Silverblue has redefined what a Linux desktop can be, and I'm excited to see where this technology takes us.
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Hello r/Linux,
I've been a dedicated Debian and Arch user for years, deeply immersed in the traditional Linux experience and loving every moment of it. Both distros have been fantastic, offering flexibility and control that kept me engaged. However, I always had this nagging urge to explore something new, which often sent me down the distro-hopping rabbit hole. I've bounced between Debian and Arch countless times, occasionally dabbling in other distributions to satisfy my curiosity. This constant search for the next great thing eventually led me to NixOS, a distro that initially intimidated me with its declarative configuration system and non-standard, non-FHS filesystem.
As a tinkerer who thrives on challenges, I decided to stick with NixOS and master it. After about three months of effort, I had a polished setup with flakes, allowing me to replicate my system on any machine with a single terminal command. This reproducibility was impressive, but what truly won me over was NixOS's atomic nature. Every update creates a snapshot, enabling you to boot into a previous state if something goes wrong. This feature provided a level of stability and confidence that even Debian, with all its reliability, couldn't match. It was a game-changer for me. However, over time, the complexity of managing config files, flakes, and the occasional frustration of unavailable or abandoned nixpkgs started to wear me out. I began wondering if there was another distro that could offer the same atomic benefits without the steep configuration curve.
This curiosity led me to explore other atomic distros, and that's when I discovered Fedora Silverblue. I'll admit, I had previously dismissed Fedora, assuming it lacked the community-driven spirit of Arch or Debian. That was entirely my loss. Diving into the Fedora ecosystem, I was blown away by the variety of options offered by the Fedora Project and RHEL. Their commitment to providing such a wide range of free, high-quality distributions deserves serious praise, so a huge shoutout to them. Among the options, Fedora Silverblue stood out as the atomic derivative I was looking for, and I decided to give it a try.
That was three months ago, and I can honestly say Silverblue has delivered the best Linux experience I've ever had. As someone who can navigate Arch and NixOS with ease, I don't say this lightly. Silverblue combines the atomic update and rollback system I loved in NixOS with a more straightforward, user-friendly approach. If an update goes awry, I can simply reboot and roll back to a previous state, no hassle. This rock-solid stability surpasses even Debian's robust desktop experience, offering a level of peace of mind that's unmatched. I genuinely believe this is the future of Linux, especially for users coming from Windows or macOS who expect a reliable, predictable system. Fedora's Atomic derivatives deliver that in spades, and Silverblue has completely cured my urge to distro-hop. For the first time, I feel like I've found "the one."
My setup on Silverblue is deliberately minimal to keep the base image light. I've only layered
rpm-ostree install distrobox and rely on Flatpak, Distrobox, or Fedora's built-in Toolbox for all my applications. This approach keeps everything clean and efficient while giving me access to the software I need. The seamless integration of these tools with Silverblue's atomic foundation makes for a polished, modern experience that feels like the natural evolution of the Linux desktop.So, r/Linux, what are your thoughts on atomic distros? Has anyone else tried Fedora Silverblue or other atomic variants like Fedora Kinoite? I'm curious to hear your experiences and whether you think this approach could push Linux further into the mainstream. For me, Silverblue has redefined what a Linux desktop can be, and I'm excited to see where this technology takes us.
Thanks for reading!
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New California law forces operating systems to ask for your age
California AB 1043 signed. Mandatory os-level, device-level, app store, and even developer-required age verification for all computing devices.
https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/10/13/governor-newsom-signs-bills-to-further-strengthen-californias-leadership-in-protecting-children-online/
My concern: Since Microsoft/Google/Apple will most likely be the ones deciding on the standard (bill doesn't specify one) I'm concerned it could end up being some trusted computing bullshit that will exclude Linux and other open source, not locked down, OS, for casual users. California is only the start, it will be copied elsewhere.
What do you think? Should we be concerned or is it a nothingburger?
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California AB 1043 signed. Mandatory os-level, device-level, app store, and even developer-required age verification for all computing devices.
https://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/10/13/governor-newsom-signs-bills-to-further-strengthen-californias-leadership-in-protecting-children-online/
My concern: Since Microsoft/Google/Apple will most likely be the ones deciding on the standard (bill doesn't specify one) I'm concerned it could end up being some trusted computing bullshit that will exclude Linux and other open source, not locked down, OS, for casual users. California is only the start, it will be copied elsewhere.
What do you think? Should we be concerned or is it a nothingburger?
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Just got into linux having fun
my pc can't support windows 11 and with all the spyware in it and the updates that break ssds the huge amount of bloat and ADS IN THE FREAKING OS! My only option was get a new pc witch i didn't want to do because mine works perfectly fine. it's a 5800x with a 7900xtx it's the drives that are outdated in the wrong partition (MBR) for 11 so no uefi. So I installed Linux mint cinnamon on an old macbook and I love this! It made computers fun again there's so much customization i can control everything, I love using the terminal and messing around. I haven't tested gaming yet witch I'll do when i eventually get this on my main pc but DAMN where has this been all my life I love it so much, all of the programs I need to use like blender and davinchi resolve are natively supported it's great. Hopefully i can finally be rid of windows, I don't play any anti cheat games so I should be mostly fine I think and I heard amd cards work right out of the box on linux so another W
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my pc can't support windows 11 and with all the spyware in it and the updates that break ssds the huge amount of bloat and ADS IN THE FREAKING OS! My only option was get a new pc witch i didn't want to do because mine works perfectly fine. it's a 5800x with a 7900xtx it's the drives that are outdated in the wrong partition (MBR) for 11 so no uefi. So I installed Linux mint cinnamon on an old macbook and I love this! It made computers fun again there's so much customization i can control everything, I love using the terminal and messing around. I haven't tested gaming yet witch I'll do when i eventually get this on my main pc but DAMN where has this been all my life I love it so much, all of the programs I need to use like blender and davinchi resolve are natively supported it's great. Hopefully i can finally be rid of windows, I don't play any anti cheat games so I should be mostly fine I think and I heard amd cards work right out of the box on linux so another W
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what is the purpose of wayland session management in chrome browsers? the default is "disabled". is it for remembering the open windows and tabs for restoration when you relaunch the browser?
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Surely Ubuntu is still better than Windows?
I'm a fairly new Linux user (just under a year or so) and I've seen that Ubuntu (my first distro) gets a lot of (undeserved?) flak. I know no distro is perfect (and Ubuntu has it's own baggage) but surely as a community we should still encourage newcomers even if they choose Ubuntu as it still grows the community base and gets them away from Windows? Apologies if I come across as naive, but sometime I think the Linux community is its own worst enemy.
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I'm a fairly new Linux user (just under a year or so) and I've seen that Ubuntu (my first distro) gets a lot of (undeserved?) flak. I know no distro is perfect (and Ubuntu has it's own baggage) but surely as a community we should still encourage newcomers even if they choose Ubuntu as it still grows the community base and gets them away from Windows? Apologies if I come across as naive, but sometime I think the Linux community is its own worst enemy.
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Intel Lands Big Linux GPU Driver Fix: Fixing Rendering Issues & Game Hangs/Crashes
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Intel Lands Big Linux GPU Driver Fix: Fixing Rendering Issues & Game Hangs/Crashes
Problematic code dating back to 2017 has now been reverted within the Intel open-source Mesa driver code that led to various games having rendering/corruption issues as well as various hangs and crashes in other games
LMDE 7 "Gigi" released!
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Linux Mint LMDE 7 Officially Released - Based On Debian 13
Linux Mint Debian Edition 7 is officially out today as the latest version of this Linux Mint distribution based on upstream Debian rather than Ubuntu.