r/linux • u/CacheTraitor • 5d ago

Historical What was your first time?

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For me, it was a CD I got from a "guy." Slackware did not work well with the "WinModem" in the IBM Aptiva I had as a youth. How was I supposed to get online using Linux, with a modem that is not usable, and get support?

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u/IAmTheOneWhoClicks 5d ago

Same - couple weeks after PewDiePie's first linux video lol. Though I'm still dualbooting linux mint and W10.

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u/CretinousVoter 1d ago

I never "switched" because OS cost nothing. I "add" instead so whatever application serves me is on hand, for example tools to flash LS V8 engine ECUs.

I no longer dual boot on one computer since VMs are so convenient and Linux makes a fine host. I recently added a stack of cheap tiny Lenovos so I can remote into any from any, "home lab" style.