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7 Common Linux Myths You Should Stop Believing
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this post was submitted on 02 Jun 2024
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What does this "the basics" consist of then? I would've thought it was something along the lines of installing the OS, connecting a printer, installing common software (productivity suite, games, etc), setting a desktop theme you like and browsing the web, but none of that requires you to learn how to use the terminal.