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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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[–] [email protected] 12 points 4 weeks ago (2 children)

a simple install of the good old LMDE, everything worked FLAWLESSLY out of the box. It runs even smoother than vanilla Debian

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

Did you have to do any special configuration, or was it a seamless installation just like a non-mac laptop?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

it was exactly flashing a windows laptop, no difference whatsoever :)

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 weeks ago (2 children)

Oh I didn't realize it was like that. I'll have to re-visit my Mom's Macbook

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

As another user pointed out, the ones with Intel chips work well ie older models (idk the details as I don't use Apple products)

[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 weeks ago

I know she doesn't have the "M" chip, so I'd guess it's an Intel

[–] Dariusmiles2123 2 points 4 weeks ago

I use an upgraded 2012 MacBook Pro with Fedora and it’s very easy to install.

You still have a few caveats if you wanna use some specific software like Ventoy or Clonezilla. Otherwise it’s really easy.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

I've been going with Spiral Linux lately when I need a VM for something (works really well in a VM), but I might have to give LMDE a try!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 weeks ago* (last edited 4 weeks ago)

it you are looking for an OS that just runs, doesn't receive tons of updates and stay stable as a rock... LMDE will make you fall in love