I've had a few experiences with Linux, and honestly, it's been rough. I initially tried POP! OS, but after switching to KDE Plasma for its interface, things got complicated. It felt like there were too many layers, and I eventually went back to Windows after a few months. With the looming threat of Windows 11, I wanted to give Linux another shot, so I decided to try Kubuntu 24.04.2 LTS. Unfortunately, I'm still facing frustrating issues with basic tasks.
First off, I've spent hours trying to install Steam. I attempted two methods: one through the Discover app and another from the website, but all I've got is an icon that flickers in the tray without doing anything. If I launch Steam from the terminal, it works as expected, but then it annoyingly pops up randomly.
Additionally, I'm having problems with accessing my NTFS hard drive. Sometimes it refuses to open, and it appears 'dirty' after I restart, which wasn't a problem with POP! OS. I really need help figuring out how to resolve these issues because dealing with basic installations and file access shouldn't be this difficult. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!
5 Answers
It sounds like Linux might just not be the best fit for your current use case. Have you thought about sticking with Windows 10 for a little longer? You could consider the Extended Security Updates from Microsoft as an alternative while you figure things out with Linux.
If you installed Steam from the Discover app, you might have the Snap version, which users seem to dislike. You should really install from the native package to avoid issues. Try to follow the uninstall-reinstall route with the terminal command `sudo apt-get install steam` and see if that clears it up!
Honestly, if you're finding Linux difficult, why not just try another distro? Fedora with KDE might suit you better, and some folks have fewer issues with it than with Kubuntu. Always good to experiment a little!
I totally get your frustration! For Steam, have you tried installing it via the .deb package instead of the Snap version? There are many who find the Snap version problematic. I suggest uninstalling whatever version you installed through the app and running `sudo apt-get install steam` in your terminal—it tends to solve a lot of issues.
As for the NTFS drive, you might want to check if hibernation is enabled on Windows, as that can cause the drive to be marked as dirty in Linux. Disabling hibernation can help prevent that issue.
Hope this helps you get things running smoothly!
I first tried Steam through the Discover app after the .deb file from the website failed to work. Just found out that while the terminal version works, the app version is a pain. I'll take your advice about the NTFS stuff, too!
Switching from Windows to Linux can be tough, and it's not always seamless. I wouldn't recommend relying too much on NTFS drives under Linux—they can be hit or miss. If you can, consider using a Linux-native filesystem for better performance.
And as for your Steam issues, make sure you removed any old versions to avoid conflicts. The flatpak or Snap versions can be especially buggy. Using the terminal to install can often do the trick!
I've been using my NTFS drive for ebooks and videos without issues, but I get that it's not the best for everything.
I tried that approach, but the problem still persists. I guess Gemini is onto something with that wrapper script.