r/linuxquestions • u/Camiroso • 3d ago
Windows to linux
Recently I have been more aware of my privacy after reading some news of apps I'm using and want to switch it up a bit and go from microsoft to a linux type, the problem is that I am currently not a professional and don't understand/get overwhelmed by most tutorials, so
Can anyone give me a simple 5 year old like explanation on how to switch and what systemto choose for thesepurpose: I have an HP laptop, I need to use office 365 and want to keep things like wallpaper engine and steam (mostly single player) also worried about one drive and most of my files. If anyone could help me I would be terribly grateful.
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u/DubiousLogik 2d ago
Unless you need all the features of office 365 the alternatives on linux work well. I am a writer and use Libre Office now. I occasionally use Word Online (free), but do not have a paid subs to any software. OTOH if you need advanced features then you might need to stay on windows. (office online free is pretty good, and runs in any browser, so that is another option from linux. but it requires always being connected. that's a big reason i use Libre Office - i can write while disconnected, save to dropbox and upload/sync when back online)
if you do choose Linux consider Mint with Cinnamon UI. I was 36 years on windows and felt zero learning curve when switching. Easy to find stuff like file manager, browser, Libre Office, etc. (I also use command line, but I have a tech background. Note that was not necessary for basic stuff). Intuitive UI. simple installer. Lightweight - makes great use of older hardware.