I tried installing Linux on my aging Vaio PC, starting with AlmaLinux but ran into serious issues. Initially, I successfully booted from a USB drive into the AlmaLinux live environment, but when I clicked on sound, my screen zoomed in unexpectedly. After that, I couldn't access any applications or shut down properly, so I had to force it off. Moving on, I thought I'd try Fedora instead, using Fedora Media Writer to create a bootable USB. Unfortunately, during the boot process, I encountered a media check error that failed right at the beginning, leaving me unable to do anything but stare at a blinking cursor. It's late and I'm exhausted, but I really don't want to give up on successfully installing Linux. I'm wondering if it's worth getting a new USB drive or SSD to resolve these issues, or if there are better methods I should try?
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Have you tried downloading the Fedora ISO directly and using a tool like Rufus or Balena Etcher to create the bootable USB? Rufus is pretty reliable and might give you a better result compared to the Fedora Media Writer.
Yeah, I think Rufus is definitely a good option. Just make sure you're flashing the correct version—32-bit or 64-bit, depending on your PC.