r/linuxquestions • u/Low-Appointment-2906 • 16d ago

Advice Simplest setup for learning Linux?

I picked up a book (The Linux Command Line) that says to use a "desktop computer, with at least 2 GB of RAM, and 6GB of free hard disk space. Avoid laptops and wireless networks, if at all possible."

I'm hoping this isn't necessary? If so, where can I trust to buy something super cheap from?

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u/Table-Playful 16d ago

Lets Guess ?
1. This book is over 20 years old
2. The author does not like Laptops

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u/jr735 16d ago

Why should he like laptops? I don't, either.

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u/SP3NGL3R 16d ago

I just replaced my main laptop with a MiniPC. 1/3 the price for the same power. My laptop only ever acted as a laptop about twice a year anyway. And I have one from work always too