Linux OS
Need A Geek is excited to introduce a new project: Light PC.
Light PC is designed to support our open-source community by helping new and everyday computer users discover the benefits of Linux. Linux is a powerful, open-source operating system with a wide variety of distributions (distros) designed to meet different needs, hardware requirements, and levels of experience.
Whether you are new to Linux, looking to give an older computer a second life, or simply want a lightweight and resource-friendly operating system, Light PC may be a great solution.
Our goal is to make the transition to Linux easier and more approachable by helping you find an option that fits your computer and your needs.
Apple Enthusiast
Elementary OS
elementary OS is an Ubuntu-based desktop distribution. Some of its more interesting features include a custom desktop environment called Pantheon and many custom apps including Photos, Music, Videos, Calendar, Terminal, Files, and more. It also comes with some familiar apps like the Epiphany web browser and a fork of Geary mail.
Source Credit: DistroWatch.com
Windows Enthusiast
Linux Mint
Linux Mint is an Ubuntu-based distribution whose goal is to provide a classic desktop experience with many convenient, custom tools and optional out-of-the-box multimedia support. It also adds a custom desktop and menus, several unique configuration tools, and a web-based package installation interface. Linux Mint is compatible with Ubuntu software repositories.
Source Credit: DistroWatch.com
Zorin OS
Zorin OS is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution designed especially for newcomers to Linux. It has a Windows-like graphical user interface and many programs similar to those found in Windows. Zorin OS also comes with an application that lets users run many Windows programs. The distribution’s ultimate goal is to provide a Linux alternative to Windows and let Windows users enjoy all the features of Linux without complications.
Source Credit: DistroWatch.com
Business Enthusiast
Open Suse
The openSUSE project is a community program sponsored by SUSE Linux and other companies. Promoting the use of Linux everywhere, this program provides free, easy access to openSUSE, a complete Linux distribution. The openSUSE project has three main goals: make openSUSE the easiest Linux for anyone to obtain and the most widely used Linux distribution; leverage open source collaboration to make openSUSE the world’s most usable Linux distribution and desktop environment for new and experienced Linux users; dramatically simplify and open the development and packaging processes to make openSUSE the platform of choice for Linux developers and software vendors.
Source Credit: DistroWatch.com
Gamer Enthusiast
Steam OS
SteamOS is an Arch-based Linux distribution developed by Valve Corporation, a US video game developer, publisher and digital distribution company. It comes with Steam, Valve’s own video game store, and it is the default Linux distribution for Valve’s line of gaming hardware, including the Steam Deck, Steam Machine and Steam Frame. The distribution also supports some third-party handheld devices, such as Lenovo Legion Go and ASUS ROG Ally, but it can also be installed on standard personal computers. SteamOS uses the KDE Plasma desktop as its default user interface.
Source Credit: DistroWatch.com
Bazzite OS
Bazzite is an immutable Linux distribution based on Fedora and designed with gaming in mind. It can run on desktop computers, the Steam Deck, and other handheld gaming devices. The base system is read-only and packages are usually supplied using Flatpak bundles. Bazzite is available in GNOME and KDE Plasma desktop variants.
Source Credit: DistroWatch.com