I have used Arch for >13 years (btw) and use the terminal every single session. I also work with Linux servers daily, so I tried the other families with DEs (Debian/Ubuntu, RHEL/CentOS/AlmaLinux/Fedora).

I’m comfortable (and prefer) doing everything with CLI tools. For me, it’s a bit difficult to convert my Windows friends, as they all see me as some kind of hackerman.

What’s the landscape like nowadays, in terms of terminal requirements?

Bonus question: Which distribution is the most user-friendly while still updated packages? Does anything provide a similar experience to Arch’s amazing AUR?

  • SnrMono@piefed.socialEnglish
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    2 days ago

    Best chances to onboard new people are with elementary OS, Linux mint or the new Zoron Linux.

    With regular use cases (browsing, mail, music) they shouldn‘t have to use the terminal at all.