How can I experiment with desktop environments without cluttering my home directory?
I manage my dotfiles with Stow and mainly use KDE Plasma, with Konsave for backing up Plasma settings. When I install a new desktop environment or other software…
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How can I repartition my Linux Mint drive for a new distro and ensure dual booting?
I've been using Linux Mint for quite some time and I'm keen on trying out different distributions like CachyOS to see if they improve my gaming experience and…
How to Transfer Linux Preferences to a New Computer?
I'm considering reinstalling Linux by switching from a dual boot setup to Linux-only, or I might even buy a new computer. Is there a straightforward way to copy…
What's the Difference Between Full Disk and Home Folder Encryption, and Which Should I Choose?
I recently switched from Windows to Linux and really liked how encryption worked there, especially using TMP and just entering my pin at login. On Linux, I see…
Can I Keep My Home Folder When Switching Distros?
I'm considering switching from Bazzite (btrfs) to cachyOS, and I'm wondering if it's possible to keep my /home folder intact. Is there a way to do this without…
Help with Home Directory Mapping Issue on Windows 11
I'm having trouble with mapping my home directory using the command `net use h: /home`. Instead of mapping to my designated home folder, it's linking to the previous…
Is it possible to replace my current Linux distro without losing my home folder?
I've been using Pop!_OS for a while now and I'm getting a little bored with it. I'm thinking of installing a new distro, possibly something based on Arch.…
Can I Switch Linux Distros Without Losing My Home Folder?
I've been using Pop!_OS for a while, and honestly, I'm a bit bored with it. I'm thinking about installing a new distro, maybe something Arch-based. Is it possible…