I've recently switched my main desktop to Garuda Linux after using a few other distros on older laptops. I have four drives: a 256GB SSD that was previously for Windows, a 1TB SSD for other software, a 2TB SSD for games, and a 2TB HDD for regular files like documents, pictures, and music. In Windows, I could easily redirect file storage to the HDD and install new applications to the other SSD. I'm looking to set things up similarly on Linux. Is there a particular way I should go about organizing my drives? Is it necessary to worry about filling the 256GB drive since Linux typically doesn't use as much space as Windows? I want to prevent running out of space as I plan to install more software like DaVinci Resolve. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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Most of the advice you've received is solid. If you're using a 256GB root device, you'll be hard-pressed to fill it up completely. In fact, most users find that 60GB is more than enough for the OS and necessary applications. It's smart to monitor your disk usage monthly and clear out any unnecessary files or caches to keep things tidy. If you do end up needing more space, you can always relocate folders, like your Steam library, to another drive. A good configuration would be to use the 256GB SSD for root, the 2TB SSD for your home directory, and the rest for media and applications. That way, you're set for a while!
Don't stress about trying to micromanage your storage like in Windows. You can definitely set your Steam games on another drive, and managing your storage for other files is pretty straightforward. Just keep in mind that when it comes to system applications, they typically stay on the root partition and can't be moved easily. It's common to have a separate home directory on one of the larger drives. For your setup, using the 256GB for OS and keeping the 1TB for apps sounds like a solid plan. Just make sure to learn the basics of mounting filesystems to get the most out of your drives!
So, I guess using the 1TB SSD for my OS and applications could be the way to go, right? I could also use the 256GB SSD for backup purposes. Thanks a bunch!