Hey everyone! I just got my hands on a 2019 MacBook Air from a friend, and honestly, it's not performing great. I need a reliable laptop for everyday tasks, especially when I'm away from my main PC. I've heard that Linux can really help older machines run smoother, but I don't have much experience with it. I'm looking for recommendations on which Linux distribution would work best for my MacBook. Here are the specs: 120 GB storage, 8 GB RAM, Intel UHD graphics, and a 1.6 GHz dual-core Intel i5. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
3 Answers
You might want to try a lightweight desktop environment like XFCE. Distros like Peppermint OS or Linux Mint could work great for you. Both are pretty beginner-friendly and should run well on your MacBook Air. Just make sure to check compatibility before installation!
I've found that while XFCE is often praised for speed, some users think it looks a bit outdated. But if performance is your main concern, it might still be worth a shot.
Actually, XFCE isn't as light as some claim. It might take up more resources than some GPU-accelerated options like Gnome or KDE, so keep that in mind. Mint is quite nice for its ease of use, though! Comparing it to Peppermint, Mint generally has more features but Peppermint focuses on being a bit faster and lighter.
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