Hey folks! So, I've been using Arch with Hyprland, and while it looks awesome, I'm struggling a bit with the keyboard shortcuts. I just want some nice, simple icons on my screen! I recently stumbled upon Bazzite OS, a Fedora-based distro that I've never tried before. I'm wondering if it's a good idea to make the switch. I've already set up my GRUB on Arch and have KDE running to avoid dealing with Hyprland's quirks. Should I give Bazzite a shot? Also, what should I know about Bazzite and Fedora? I got accustomed to using the terminal for Arch - is there anything like that for this new distro?
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If you're drawn to Arch's challenge, you might find Fedora a bit too limiting since it's more of an atomic distro. While Fedora is great, if you enjoy the flexibility that Arch offers, you might not be satisfied in the long run. Just something to think about!
I totally get that! I also love tinkering, which is why I find Arch really appealing.
Bazzite is fantastic and works well out of the box. It’s really stable and low maintenance, but keep in mind you won't have as much freedom to tinker since it's atomic. Great for general use, though! If you need to customize things heavily, it might not be for you. Maybe keep Arch for tinkering and let Bazzite handle everyday use?
Also, will Bazzite handle NTFS game drives, or will I have to switch my SSD to exFAT for better compatibility?
I actually dual boot already! If Bazzite goes well, I might shift fully.
Before you switch, check out the distro selection page for more on Bazzite. Also, it's wise to back up your data, experiment in a VM, and make sure you understand commands before hitting Enter!
Arch is all about 'Keep It Simple,' focusing more on functionality than looks. If aesthetics are a priority for you, maybe you're not in the right spot with Arch, and transitioning to Bazzite could make sense!
Yeah, I hear you! I'm wondering if it's the DE causing my frustrations.
That's a solid point! I also chose Arch for the thrill of learning, so maybe I should stick with it.