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[-] slazer2au@lemmy.world 5 points 2 weeks ago

So if I replace windows with this does that mean I can say 'I use arch btw'?

[-] lung@lemmy.world 2 points 2 weeks ago
[-] Cethin@lemmy.zip 1 points 2 weeks ago

You can without using it if you really want to. I probably wouldn't though. I use Garuda, which is Arch based, but I don't say I use Arch ever. However, basically everything on the Arch wiki will apply (which is probably the greatest resource for Linux even if not on Arch), and also the AUR will work.

Just so you're aware though like others have said, this should probably not replace Windows for your desktop. It's designed for a handheld, not a desktop. Use a distro designed for desktop if you want to. Garuda has a great version for gaming that gets you up and running in minutes. There are a lot of other great choices too.

[-] ClassyHatter@sopuli.xyz 0 points 2 weeks ago

It's not intended for desktop use.

[-] slazer2au@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago

Users should not consider SteamOS as a replacement for their desktop operating system

ah crap, I missed that line entirely.

[-] fartsparkles@lemmy.world 0 points 2 weeks ago

The side effect of SteamOS is that Arch Linux totally rocks for gaming.

[-] kuberoot@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 2 weeks ago

Is it? Or did they choose Arch because of the ease of setting it up with all the latest software the community was already packaging?

[-] woelkchen@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago

Is it? Or did they choose Arch because of the ease of setting it up with all the latest software the community was already packaging?

That's an illogical either or question because it's both. Valve moved from Debian to Arch because of its more recent upstream packages, yes, but Valve's upstream contributions in turn made Arch (and the other distributions) better for gaming.

[-] Kecessa@sh.itjust.works -1 points 2 weeks ago

It's very funny to see so many people waiting for a desktop version to switch to Linux on their computer when it wasn't developed to be a desktop OS in the first place and there's similar OS actually meant to be used on desktop PCs that exist...

[-] ripcord@lemmy.world 0 points 2 weeks ago

Yes, like any Linux running KDE. With Steam installed.

[-] Corigan@lemm.ee 1 points 2 weeks ago

This is the worst part of linux. I want to make the switch but the number of distros is overwhelming. Steam OS is appealing because honestly I just want the most tuned for gaming hands off version I can find.

If it exists just send me the link to the iso lmao.

[-] Mic_Check_One_Two@reddthat.com 3 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

If you’re looking for a desktop version of SteamOS and are used to using Windows, your best bet is likely Bazzite with the KDE desktop environment. There are mixed feelings among Linux users about immutable distros, (many of the more advanced users feel it is too limiting), but there’s no denying the Bazzite is the most straightforward way to get things like Nvidia drivers and HDR.

[-] zipzoopaboop@lemmynsfw.com 1 points 2 weeks ago

Isn't steam os immutable anyways? They wouldn't be waiting for much

[-] Corigan@lemm.ee 1 points 2 weeks ago

Awesome. Thank you .

Is it niche or does it have a pretty big community for trouble shooting?

[-] Mic_Check_One_Two@reddthat.com 1 points 2 weeks ago

It has a decent community, yes. It’s basically the go-to gaming distro for many people.

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