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I want to switch to Linux but there are a few major hurdles.

So I have a situation. I really want to switch to Linux as my main gaming/production OS but need the Adobe suite as I am a graphic designer. Adobe is the golden standard for this industry (and likely to always be) so while Gimp and Inkscape might work, they are not feasible for my career. I also know that there will be...

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Getting a MacBook might be a good option to be honest. I am still in college and transferring soon. The art school requires a MacBook so I would have to get one anyway. My main goal is to try steer away from Windows. I am tired of it installing MS software and resetting some settings every update. I’m not sure if Mac OS does something similar though.

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My main reason why I want to switch to Linux is because I am tired of Windows installing MS software and resetting some of my settings whenever it updates. It’s a constant game of cat and mouse. Privacy is another issue but I have came to the realization that the only way to be private is to go off grid. Everything spies on you and it’s something that will only get worse sadly.

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True! I am still going to college and the school I will be transferring to requires a MacBook so I have to get one anyway.

Does Mac OS have the same issues as Windows where settings change each update? That is my major annoyance with Windows.

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I mainly work with illustrator and Photoshop but I occasionally edit videos on Premier Pro.

Yeah, I heard Wine does not work well with Adobe products. I haven’t tried it though.

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Well, I sort of do work on two devices for work and gaming. I have a decent windows laptop that I use at work and have my main rig for everything else.

As much as I dislike a lot about Windows, I think you are right. If I am in the graphic design industry, I will need to use Windows. Adobe will probably never port to Linux so I will always have to use it in some shape or form.

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Yeah, you are right. I am thinking about maybe buying a MacBook since my school I’m transferring to will require one anyway. Having that be my school and work laptop only will probably help with productivity too.

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I really want to find a decent laptop that I can tinker on. I have a raspberry pi laying around too. I might do that.

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This is probably the best thing to do for me. I could also get an older laptop to tinker with Linux on.

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Oo okay sweet! Mac OS doesn’t seem too bad now.

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Alright sweet. I’ll take a look at it.

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True, yeah. I think if I tried to fully switch over, it might slow down my workflow trying to make it work. What I should do is buy/build a new PC for work. A lot of people are suggesting a MacBook which might be good.

Input on new ITX Build/first dedicated Linux PC?

After 15+ years of dealing with Microsoft professionally, I’m so done with it. So my next build will be a dedicated Linux box for some gaming but also 3D design for printing (FreeCAD?) and of course Cura for prepping the designs for printing. I’m ready to pull the trigger and want to check with Linux folks before I do in...

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I agree. I built my first mini itx case for my living room PC and while I look at it now and thought it was fun, it was a headache to put together at the time. I bought a Fractal Design Ridge and if you wanted to change something, you essentially have to take the whole thing apart. I love how it looks though.

I’m a little conflicted if I like mini ITX or micro ATX better. I used a micro ATX for my media server and thought it was a little too roomy for my needs but is SO much easier to build with.

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Niagara launcher is my all time favorite launcher. I don’t think I can live without it now.

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Niagara launcher. A man of taste, I see.

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Honestly, anything semi-modern should work perfectly for you. Just make sure you have a power supply capable of your new card.

I’m using an AMD RX 6900XT. It is WAY overkill for just Minecraft. I would consider buying an AMD card if you want to save quite a bit of money.

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