What these users need is a good introduction to Linux. So, for all of you to whom “root” is something that trees have, but operating system don’t, these books are for you.

After the introduction, let’s dive into the essential commands you need to know to begin your journey in Linux. Knowing this basis, you will be ready to experience the Operating System in a more ...

Gentoo, Arch Linux, Slackware, Linux From Scratch, and NixOS can all become exciting projects once fundamental Linux concepts are mastered. Beginners, however, may wish to opt for more accessible ...

For a new user, though, I think your best choice would be Linux Mint 6 aka Felicia.Mint, which I’ll write about in detail soon, is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution that includes easy access to ...

Like everything worthwhile, there will be a learning curve. Linux has many online forums to help you. Each flavor has an online forum for questions. Linuxquestions.org has information on many ...

Linux Mint, often touted as the most beginner-friendly Linux distro, is a comforting choice for those transitioning from Windows.Its desktop environments, including the flagship Cinnamon, offer a ...

The best Linux distros for beginners are as easy to use as MacOS or Windows -- really. The best Linux distributions for beginners in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed | ZDNET X ...

Linux has many hundreds of distros, but the best ones for beginners have more hand-holding and some Windows-like familiarity. World Beyond Windows By Chris Hoffman , Jul 15, 2015 3:30 am PDT ...

In my next Linux For Beginners article we'll dive deeper into the most popular desktop environments using the many flavors of Ubuntu as examples. You'll see a bunch of visuals and more detailed ...

The question of which Linux distro is most suitable for beginners comes up fairly often. It’s a tough question to answer as it depends on who the new user is and what they want to get out of Linux.