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Reclaiming the desktop: Why I’m still on Linux in 2026 (the.unknown-universe.co.uk)
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I’ve been using Linux for years, but as the proprietary alternatives get more aggressive with telemetry and adverts, I wanted to document the choices that actually keep my desktop predictable.

This isn't a manual, but a practical overview of my setup. From why I’ve settled on CachyOS and KDE Plasma for my main rig, to the reality of dealing with proprietary software and app compatibility in 2026. It’s just an honest look at the transition and why I’m done with the corporate defaults.

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[-] LLMhater1312@piefed.social 22 points 1 day ago

Steam has reported record number of linux users in their os survey! I made the switch this year too!

[-] leagman1@feddit.org 4 points 19 hours ago

Same. I'm enjoying the experience. I was surprised how seamless it went.

this post was submitted on 15 Apr 2026
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