Linux Veteran crowns Elementary OS as Top Pick After Decades of Distro-Hopping
A long-time Linux user, having explored even discontinued distributions, has settled on Elementary OS as their definitive favorite, praising its seamless blend of aesthetics and usability. The choice, highlighted in a recent ComputerHoy report, underscores a growing sentiment within the Linux community: user experience is paramount.
While countless linux distributions vie for attention, this user believes elementary OS “strikes the perfect balance between aesthetics and usability. ElementaryOS is what would happen if MacOS and Windows had a baby.” This preference isn’t about chasing the newest features, but finding a system that simply works without demanding constant tweaking.
Elementary OS is built on Ubuntu LTS and features the Pantheon desktop environment. Its design aims for familiarity for users transitioning from Windows or macOS, offering a versatile experience in terms of design, functionality, and compatibility. The expert argues that, unlike other distributions, it ”is the only one that does not make you think about changing something” due to its comprehensive functionality and composition.
Ultimately, the “perfect” distro remains subjective, dependent on individual comfort and preference. ComputerHoy recommends exploring multiple options using tools like Ventoy for multibooting or distrosea for online testing before committing to a single operating system.
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