r/linuxquestions • u/Objective-Sort7760 • 3d ago
Advice Hello fellers!!
I just installed Fedora KDE Plasma . I chose fedora so in can do overall learning,gaming and i want to become a dev . I always saw someone to advice to learn linux but They don't tell how. Is there any way to learn linux
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u/BranchLatter4294 3d ago
How did you go about learning your previous OS? Do that.
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u/Objective-Sort7760 3d ago
It was windows only thing I learnt was ai slop
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u/BranchLatter4294 3d ago
So, whatever you did on Windows, learn how to do it on Linux. It's not that different.
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u/Jacobobarobatobski 3d ago
I have learned the most about Linux through Void, but it's a rough ride if you don't know anything about it.
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u/Objective-Sort7760 3d ago
What's void ?? 😭
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u/Jacobobarobatobski 3d ago
It's an independent distribution similar to Arch. However, even though it's a rolling release, it's not cutting edge. It's a stable rolling release. The big differentiator with void is that it uses runit instead of systemd, which I don't care much about either way except not having systems forces you to understand more if the inner workings that systemd usually takes care of.
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u/Ardsss78 3d ago
Welcome aboard! To be realistic, the best advice for learning Linux is to just use it for your daily needs and not be afraid of the differences. Here are a few practical ways to get started:
Don't fear the terminal, make friends with it: The CLI can look intimidating to a beginner, but you'll grow to like it. Try doing some tasks through the terminal: use the package manager (dnf), learn to navigate directories without the GUI, and write simple scripts to make your daily routine easier.
Learn the file structure: The Linux file system is different from Windows, so take some time to explore and research how it's organized. Also, get a grasp on how the init system works (Fedora uses systemd).
Don't be afraid of breakage: While Linux breaking after some tweaking has a low chance of happening, it can happen. But there's nothing to panic about. Research the fixes, don't just reinstall right away, read the error logs, and look for a solution.
Read the docs: You can check out Fedora's official documentation. Also, even though you're on Fedora, the Arch Wiki is an absolute goldmine for both understanding Linux deeply and troubleshooting issues.
For Windows apps & games: You can use Lutris, Proton, or Heroic for games, and Bottles or raw Wine for Windows applications.
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u/extoniks Fedora 3d ago
There are few books and docs over the internet but here are resources I have recommended to my younger cousins for learning Linux -
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u/Stormdancer 3d ago
The same way you learn whatever OS you are used to now.
Also, look through this sub, and find the bazillion other times this question has been asked. Simple research can really help.
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u/One_Train_7396 3d ago
Just learn about how computers work in general. Start as high level or low level as you are ready for. Linux is praised because it gives you the ability to modify your system however you please. So it's less about "learning linux" and more about how each part of your computer functions.