I am not attacking the Gnome team. I think it is important to acknowledge that sometimes popup ads are understandable. It’s a matter of perspective sometimes and sometimes (looking at you Microsoft) the company is just being abusive assholes.

Well, technically it is the same, it’s just just done with decorum and restraint. I have no problem with giving to Gnome since I use and appreciate their software. I guess it is just the optics with all the MS hate going around.

It’s a 9 year old system that I upgraded the video card on a few years ago. But it still handles newer games like Bauldars Gate ok. Not sure if I should expect a performance decrease going to Linux or not.

Based on replies I think I will try mint and then bazzit. I have read a lot of recommendations for mint and wanted to try it anyway. Since it will be a fresh install I can experiment. SteamOS does not get recommended much for some reason.

Yes, I want something I can easily move. I have a RaspberryPi that I use for retro gaming, but having to move the monitor and kb/mouse is a pain. I want something I can put on the kitchen table while I eat (munch, munch).

Hi, I am in the US, Maryland specifically. I don’t care so much about fingerprint sensors, but audio is a must for web surfing. Thanks for the info.

He may be right in this case, but he was never a hero.