Hey everyone! I've got this old 20-inch iMac from around 2008 or 2009, and I'm thinking about giving it a new life. I want to install Debian on it to use it as a machine for backups with Nextcloud or Syncthing, since I have a dual-boot setup on my laptop with Linux and Windows. I'm also interested in using the iMac as a secondary monitor for both systems. I can connect it via HDMI or the iMac's display port. Any tips or advice on how I can set this up effectively?
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Also, there's a resources page on r/linux4noobs that might be really helpful. Just make sure to take regular backups and try new things in a virtual machine before you're committed. Just remember – it's important to understand every command you run before hitting Enter!
You could try visiting some specific forums tailored for Linux on Macs, like r/linux_on_mac. There's a good chance someone else has done a similar setup with that model. Using a KVM switch software like Barrier could help; it’s cross-platform and easy to install from the Debian repositories. Since your iMac is x86, you should be able to run Debian without major issues. You might even test things out with a LIVE-USB before installing.
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