I've been using Linux for almost a year, starting with Ubuntu, moving to Fedora, and finally Arch, while dual booting with Windows 11. My experience has been positive, but after a recent accidental disk wipe, I've ended up on Fedora and Arch without Windows for a while now. I've realized I'm missing the stability that comes with a more reliable setup. My WiFi keeps breaking on both distros, and even though I've got a USB WiFi dongle, it doesn't help much. Additionally, neither OS offers solid GPU control or battery life compared to Windows.
Although I enjoy the freedom of Linux, I often find myself frustrated by issues like sleep and hibernate not working well with my hardware. I just want to be able to boot my PC, edit a PDF, and send it to my phone without spending ages troubleshooting WiFi connectivity.
I'm contemplating going back to a dual boot and looking for a more stable distro. A Debian derivative would be ideal for an 'install and forget' experience, but I'm open to other stable options too. Should I stick with Fedora and add Windows 11, or switch to Debian, Ubuntu, Zorin OS, or something else?
4 Answers
Have you thought about replacing your WiFi card? Intel-based ones usually work perfectly out of the box and aren't too pricey, around $20. This could save you a lot of hassle with connectivity issues, and then you can focus more on the OS side of things without as many interruptions.
If you’re considering a distro switch, Mint might be a great pick. A lot of people find it super stable—like, it just works without any drama. Plus, it has an easy-to-use interface, which makes it a solid choice for a reliable experience.
Debian is solid, plus it’s interesting to note that Valve uses a variation of Arch for Steam OS. If you’re struggling with drivers, a WiFi card change could help. Also, if you're paying for Windows 11, maybe a battery bank would be a better investment for your laptop instead of dealing with all that hassle.
You might want to look into Debian. It’s built for stability and pretty much only gets security updates unless you want to delve into backports and Flatpaks for more recent software. It does just fine for gaming too—my games run smoothly there compared to my Arch setup!
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