We all have opinions on how to procedurally get someone started using Linux. To mixed effect. I wonder if we could be more successful if we paid closer attention to the machine between the seat and the keyboard. What mindsets can we instill in people that would increase the likelihood they stick with it? How would we go about instilling said mindsets?
I have my own opinions I will share later. I don’t want to direct the conversation.
You have to want to use FOSS software. If you want to use certain proprietary applications then buy the commercial platform they run on.
The other is interest and ability to solve your own tech problems.
Keep in mind there are a lot of ways to start. Install it in a VM, buy hardware with Linux installed, or install it yourself.