In this category, we aim to list the distros which are easy to use out of the box. You do not need to dig deeper, you can just start using...
In
this category, we aim to list the distros which are easy to use out of the box.
You do not need to dig deeper, you can just start using it right away after
installation without needing to know any commands or tips.
Ubuntu
Ubuntu
is undoubtedly one of the most popular Linux distributions. You can even find
it pre-installed on a lot of laptops available.
The
user interface is easy to get comfortable with. If you play around, you can
easily customize the look of it as per your requirements. In either case, you
can opt to install a theme as well. You can learn more about how to install
themes in Ubuntu to get started.
In
addition to what it offers, you will find a huge online community of Ubuntu
users. So, if you face an issue – head to any of the forums (or a subreddit) to
ask for help. If you are looking for direct solutions in no time, you should
check out our coverage on Ubuntu (where we have numerous tutorials and
recommendations for Ubuntu).
Linux Mint
Linux
Mint Cinnamon is another popular Linux distribution suitable for beginners. The
default Cinnamon desktop resembles the layout of the Windows system, and this
is why it is one of the best Windows-like
Linux distros.
Not
just limited to that, Linux Mint also does a few things better than Ubuntu.
Linux
Mint is based on Ubuntu and thus it has all the applications available for
Ubuntu. Its simplicity and ease of use make it a prominent choice for new Linux
users.
elementary OS
elementary
OS is one of the most beautiful
Linux distros I’ve ever used. The UI resembles that of macOS,
and things have evolved with newer updates.
But,
if you have already used a Mac-powered system, it’s easy to get comfortable
with.
This
distribution is based on Ubuntu and focuses to deliver a user-friendly Linux
environment that looks as pretty as possible while keeping the performance in
mind. If you choose to install elementary OS, you might want to know about
the latest elementaryOS features to decide whether it fits
your use case.
MX Linux
MX
Linux is a quite popular Debian-based Linux distribution. It is known for its
performance, simplicity, and a great out-of-the-box experience with its
included MX tools.
Unlike
Ubuntu, MX Linux features Xfce as its desktop environment. In addition to its
impeccable stability—it comes packed with numerous GUI tools (MX Tools) which
makes it easier for any user comfortable with Windows/Mac originally.
Furthermore,
the package manager is perfectly tailored to facilitate one-click
installations. You can even search for Flatpak packages and install them in no time (Flathub is
available by default in the package manager as one of the sources).
Zorin OS
Zorin
OS is yet another Ubuntu-based distribution that happens to be one of the most
good-looking and intuitive OS for desktop. Especially, after Zorin OS 16 release—I
would definitely recommend it for newbies. A lot of GUI-based applications come
baked in as well.
It is
almost a perfect desktop experience, technically, and aesthetically.
You
can also install it on older PCs – however, make sure to choose the “Lite”
edition. In addition, you have “Core”, “Education” & “Ultimate” editions.
You can choose to install the Core edition for free – but if you want to
support the developers and help improve Zorin, consider getting the Ultimate
edition.
Zorin
OS was started by two teenagers based in Ireland. You may read their story
here.
Pop!_OS
Pop!_OS
by Sytem76 is a
great pick for developers and other working professionals. Of course, not just
limited to coders—it is also an excellent choice for any user looking for a
unique desktop experience.
It is
based on Ubuntu—but the UI feels a lot more intuitive and smooth. Not to
forget, its COSMIC Desktop environment will be soon built using Rust
from scratch, so you should keep an eye on it if you’re already impressed with
its latest version.
We
recommend that you stick to its current LTS version but if you have new-gen
hardware, the non-LTS Pop!_OS release offers some of the latest Linux kernel
versions.
If
you’re curious about its LTS release, you should also check out our Pop!_OS 20.04
review.
Other
Options
Deepin and other
flavors of Ubuntu (like Kubuntu, Xubuntu) could also be some preferred choices
for beginners. You can take a look at them if you want to explore more options.
If you
want a challenge, you can indeed try Fedora over Ubuntu—but make sure to follow
our article on Ubuntu vs Fedora to make a better decision from the
desktop point of view.
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