Reviewing My 2 Years with Linux

I was honestly confused af about how I should review my 2 years of Linux experience. Like… should I cry? Should I flex? Should I pretend I know kernel stuff? Then I did the most Linux-user thing possible — I asked ChatGPT to give me questions and decided to roast myself while answering them. So yeah, let's review Linux. Question by question. No mercy.

Q1: What operating systems did you use before Linux?Answer: I was using Windows 10 before switching to Linux. After that, I tried several Linux distributions including Garuda Linux (Arch-based), Arch Linux, Fedora, Debian, Ubuntu, and currently I am using Kali Linux.

Q2: Why did you decide to switch to Linux?
Answer: I became bored and frustrated with Windows. It constantly pushed me to use the Edge browser and displayed advertisements in different sections like the Explore panel. That experience annoyed me, which motivated me to switch to Linux.

Q3: What were you expecting before switching?
Answer: I mainly wanted to try Linux again and see how it feels. As a developer, I believed it was important to gain experience with Linux because many development environments require it.

Q4: Which Linux distribution did you start with and why?
Answer: I started with Garuda Linux and used it for about two days. I chose it because it is known as a gaming-focused distribution and seemed beginner-friendly.

Q5: How was your installation experience?
Answer: Installing Garuda Linux was very easy and smooth. However, installing Arch Linux was much more difficult and frustrating because it required manual configuration.

Q6: What was the hardest thing to learn in the beginning?
Answer: The hardest part was configuring everything manually in Arch Linux. I had to set up monitor settings, fix resolution issues in VS Code, and edit configuration files frequently. It was challenging and sometimes frustrating.

Q7: Did you face any hardware or driver issues?
Answer: Yes, I faced speaker driver issues in Arch Linux. The system could not detect my speakers. I tried configuring PulseAudio and PipeWire for two to three days, but it did not work. Eventually, I used Bluetooth audio as a temporary solution.

Q8: Did you ever think about switching back to Windows? Why or why not?
Answer: No, I never seriously considered switching back. As a developer, Linux makes installing software much easier using package managers. On Windows, installation often requires downloading files manually, extracting them, and setting environment variables.

Q9: What do you mainly use Linux for?
Answer: I mainly use Linux for software development. Recently, I have also started learning ethical hacking, which is one of the reasons I am currently using Kali Linux.

Q10: Can Linux handle your daily workflow smoothly?
Answer: Yes, it handles my daily workflow very smoothly. The system runs efficiently with low CPU usage, even when recording high-quality videos using OBS Studio.

Q11: Which applications do you use the most?
Answer: I primarily use Firefox, Brave browser, Visual Studio Code, and the terminal.

Q12: How does Linux performance compare to your previous operating system?
Answer: Linux performs significantly better. My laptop was slow when running Windows, but after switching to Linux, it became much faster and more responsive.

Q13: How much have you customized your system?
Answer: I customized my system heavily when I was using Arch Linux. I used dotfiles and experimented with window managers like BSPWM, i3, and Hyprland. I also tried desktop environments such as KDE Plasma, GNOME and Xfce.

Q14: How often do you use the terminal?
Answer: I use the terminal for almost everything, including installing software, managing files, and configuring the system.

Q15: Did Linux help you understand computers better?
Answer: Yes, Linux helped me understand computers at a deeper level. I learned more about file systems, directories, permissions, and system configuration. It also improved my understanding of security concepts like privilege escalation.

Q16: What do you love most about Linux?
Answer: I love that Linux is open source and free. It does not force users to use specific applications or services, unlike Windows.

Q17: What do you dislike or still struggle with?
Answer: At the moment, I do not feel like I am struggling with anything major. Most challenges I faced were during the initial setup phase.

Q18: Are there any apps or features you miss?
Answer: Yes, I miss playing certain Windows games, especially a racing game that was available on the Microsoft Store. However, I still play Minecraft on Linux.

Q19: Have updates ever caused problems for you?
Answer: No, system updates have not caused any significant problems for me so far.

Q20: Is Linux suitable for beginners based on your experience?
Answer: Linux can be suitable for beginners, but it takes time to become comfortable with it. Once you understand the basics, it becomes very rewarding to use.

Q21: What was you worst experience with Linux?
Answer: Once I accidentally deleted an bootloader file while trying to clean up my system and at that time I don't have bootable USB ready. So I just stuck with a non-bootable system for 2 days until I borrowed bootable USB from a friend.

Q22: Who should switch to Linux?
Answer: Developers and people interested in technology should consider switching to Linux. It offers better productivity, flexibility, and control over the system.

Q23: Who should avoid Linux?
Answer: People who are uncomfortable with troubleshooting or debugging technical issues may find Linux challenging. Professional video editors who rely on Adobe software and hardcore gamers who depend on Windows-exclusive games might also prefer to stay on Windows.

Q24: Would you recommend Linux in 2026?
Answer: Yes, absolutely. I would definitely recommend Linux in 2026.

Q25: Are you planning to stay on Linux long-term?
Answer: Yes, I plan to stay on Linux permanently.

If you want to ask me any more questions about Linux or my experience, feel free to reach out to me on linkedin. Bye!