I've been experiencing a lot of frustrating problems since I updated my Windows 11 laptop. It started with horizontal lines appearing at the bottom of my screen by the taskbar and some flickering. When I put the laptop to sleep and wake it up, the issue disappears temporarily, but it always comes back. I've tried reinstalling drivers and even resetting my laptop, but nothing worked. I also have issues with my touchpad randomly stopping, and my game center doesn't always function. I'm starting to really dislike Windows. Would switching to Linux help me solve these problems?
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You're probably right to consider that the screen issue could be hardware-related, particularly if the HDMI output is fine. I suggest testing a live Linux distro on a USB stick first. This way, you can see if the problem continues without committing to a full install. If the screen still flickers, it might be worth investigating potential hardware damage, like a faulty cable between the motherboard and screen.
It sounds like a hardware issue rather than something specific to Windows. However, you could try running a Linux Live USB to see if the flickering and lines happen there too. If the problems persist on Linux, then it's likely a hardware issue. If everything works fine on Linux, there might be a problem with your Windows installation or drivers.
You should definitely try out a Linux live installation before making any big changes. If the flickering persists, that points to a hardware failure that won't be fixed by switching operating systems. On the other hand, if Linux runs smoothly, it might indicate an issue with Windows 11 itself. If you decide to switch permanently, consider dual-booting to test the waters without losing Windows completely!
Thanks for the advice! I think I'll start with the live USB to see how it goes.