I've been trying to find a Linux distribution that offers great stability and comes with KDE desktop environment pre-installed. I previously used Fedora KDE, but the frequent updates caused various issues, from hotkeys not working to other system glitches. I then tried Ubuntu, but the touchpad scrolling speed was frustratingly fast and unadjustable in Gnome. I'm currently looking at Bazzite since it's officially supported on my Framework laptop with a default KDE DE. I've also learned about 'Immutable' distros, which could align with what I'm looking for. Given my experience and preference for stability, is Bazzite the best option, or should I consider other distros like Kubuntu or OpenSuse Leap?
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OpenSUSE Leap is definitely worth your time. It prioritizes stability with a well-defined release cycle and you can easily roll back updates that cause issues. KDE has been their main environment for years too, so you'll get a great experience without the constant updates breaking things.
If gaming isn't your priority, you could try Aurora or Kinonite. They're immutable distros that focus on stability and use mostly flatpaks or appimages for applications. Just remember that if you need to install something requiring root access, you'll need to find suitable alternatives.
Thanks for the suggestion! I think I’ll start with Kubuntu. Glad I consulted the community before going for Bazzite.
Kubuntu is a good go-to if you're looking for a stable KDE experience. Just keep in mind that it uses snaps, which some people dislike. But if you want a more traditional approach, Debian might suit you, as it's known for its stability and you can run KDE on it too.
Debian sounds appealing, but I really want something that just works out of the box, like MacOS. I can't deal with tinkering too much. Kubuntu is a great option for KDE, so I'd probably give that a shot.
With Kubuntu, you can actually opt for an installation without snaps now, which is a plus!
I've had my Fedora KDE setup running perfectly for six years without any major issues. However, if you want something really stable, OpenSUSE Leap might be what you’re looking for. It’s got one of the best KDE implementations and is designed for reliability, with infrequent updates.
For maximum stability with KDE, I'd say it's between Kubuntu and OpenSUSE Leap. Both have solid reputations and are officially supported options for various hardware setups. You could even switch to KDE in your current Ubuntu setup without having to do a full reinstall if you really want to test the waters first.
I might give that a try, but I've faced issues installing DEs before due to conflicting files. Still, seems worth a go if it could solve my touchpad issues!
And if something does break, OpenSUSE has tools like Snapper for rolling back updates, which could save you a lot of headaches.