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Can you use Linux today without the terminal?
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I've been using exclusively Linux for about two years now.
I only ever use the terminal when I need to fix something, usually by searching for a fix and trying it out. I know more about its use now but just enough to hurt myself.
I think it gives me strong UI opinions though. What works better for me. There is still a lot of choice in that.