I’ve been using the same base Xbox One controller for a while. It was easy to set up for Linux. Just had to install some extra package but after that it was good to go.

Out of all the mainline console controllers, Xbox One’s is my favorite. They really nailed it with that one.

I don’t even have a drivers license

Easier to buy second hand furniture with a car. That option is pretty much off limits for me.

I don’t have a car, but sometimes I envy those who do. They can just look for furniture on second hand listings online and then just go and buy it.

If I need to do the same I need to do some serious planning ahead.

I don’t even have a drivers license, and I recognize there are limitations with public transport / bicycles.

The chip implanted in your brain is no longer supported and won’t get any new security updates. Please purchase a new one.

The car isn’t bound to any schedule, isn’t limited by any predetermined bus stops, and can carry the TV you just bought.

I think it’s days in home computers are numbered.

Most of the things an average person needs can be done through the web browser. You only need a Chromebook, phone or tablet.

Linux has suddenly become a viable option for gaming. This has been the one thing that kept many away from using Linux.

I don’t really see why anyone would want to use Windows for their home PC, other than familiarity. It doesn’t offer anything you can’t find better elsewhere.

That’s an impressive showcase. Only game I was aware of before was Bloodthief. Will check out some of the others.

Bloodthief is great btw.

I rarely use powershell or cmd in Windows because they’re just terrible. I’m never sure how I’m supposed to do things with powershell. Documentation online rarely help me. I end up always installing WLS to have a decent experience (before WSL it was Cygwin, CMDer, Msys, etc.)

In Linux it’s so good I’m almost always having a few terminal windows open. I’m mostly using it for text processing. For example, check how often a specific keyword is used among 1GB of files. I can easily string a chain of commands together, and get a result within seconds.

Israel will complain that Hamas is using human shields on their nuclear testing sites.

It’s not about the size, but more about density of meaningful content. I like Elden Ring because every nook and cranny feels worth exploring. It’s the game that dares to hide optional areas behind optional areas, all with their own unique enemies and bosses.

On the other hand, taking Elden Ring as an example again, the mini dungeons were too repetitive. The first time visiting a catacomb is exciting, but it turns into quite a chore after the third time and onwards. You’ve already seen it all. Same thing with the dragon battles.

I think Elden Ring overall strikes a good balance with amount of surprises per square meter.

My experience is the opposite.

Whenever I have a problem with Linux, there’s often a solution available after some Googling. Often it’s just changing something in a configuration file. Not great, but at least doable.

Whenever I have a problem with Windows, there’s often that one thread where someone details the exact same problem, and there’s some ”official Microsoft tech support” whose only contribution is to ask if they have tried to reboot the computer and then radio silence.

It’s mostly convenience. They know it works, so they keep using it.

Luckily Microsoft is making it inconvenient to continue using Windows.

Whenever I play Civ I try to go for a peaceful victory. Then someone picks a fight with me and that escalates with me going for the world domination victory.

EndeavourOS has that kind of menu during the install process. A few screenshots and a brief explanation of each option.

I thought it was nice. It’s something I want to see more with other distros. The DE is what most people will notice about the OS either way.

The portion of people playing on SteamOS is steadily decreasing, which means new Linux users are on Steam Deck to a lesser extent.

Is that really needed?

I think what could really drive adoption is if computers with Linux pre-installed was more easily accessible. Just boot the computer, choose which DE you want to install and then it’s done. It doesn’t need to be SteamOS. Just any good distro will do.

I think it will continue to rise. People are updating their rigs all the time. Whenever they update their rig they’ll have to ask themselves whether they want to continue with Windows on their new rig, or try with something new.

Most will stay on Windows of course, but some don’t. And those who switch to Linux are likely not returning to Windows (for gaming at least).

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That’s a brilliant question! Here’s a confidently incorrect answer I totally made up. Don’t hesitate to ask any further questions.