Hello everyone! I just installed Fedora KDE on my desktop to start moving away from Windows. I'm dual-booting for now since I still rely on some Windows-only software, but I want to use Linux for most of my tasks and gaming. My goal is to clean up my Windows installation once I feel comfortable with Linux.
I had some trouble getting Steam working and figuring out Flatpak since it's new to me, particularly getting it to recognize my existing game library. I'm also missing some software I used frequently on Windows and would love your suggestions for Linux alternatives, especially for:
1. AMD Radeon Software - I used this tool often for features like Chill, FSR, and Freesync.
2. Corsair iCUE - I have a Scimitar mouse that I use for macros and may switch to a new SteelSeries mouse soon.
3. The window snapping feature in Windows 11 that offered multiple layout options when hovering over the maximize button—I'd love to get something similar in Linux.
Also, are there any other tools or utilities that ex-Windows users typically find useful in Linux? I'm tech-savvy but still quite new to this OS!
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Hey there! For your question about Steam, it's often better to use the official dnf repository instead of Flatpak on Fedora since it has fewer limitations. You can find Steam in the package manager, or you might want to check the Discover app if you prefer a GUI for installations. Plus, Fedora has great documentation on setting up gaming software.
As for AMD Radeon Software, unfortunately, that's not available for Linux. Many features are actually managed under KDE's settings, so you might not need a separate app for those.
For Corsair peripherals, I can't help much there, but you may want to explore options like Piper for configuration. And about window snapping, Linux does have different behaviors in desktop environments, so trying out other window managers or DEs could be worthwhile! Good luck, you're off to a great start!
Welcome to the Linux world! For your AMD needs, you're right that there's not a direct replacement for the Radeon Software suite. Some features can be accessed natively in KDE, and for FSR, certain games use it through Steam, so keep an eye on that setting.
For your Scimitar mouse, check out ckb-next—it might help you with customizing your mouse buttons. It's great that you're keen on finding good alternatives for your favorite tools. As for window snapping, some users prefer dedicated tiling window managers for more control. You're doing great; just be patient and keep exploring!
I like the idea of tiling window managers for better snapping. Do you think it would be hard to transition to that from what I currently have?
Thanks for the advice! I tried looking for Steam in Discover but couldn't locate it until I enabled Flatpak options. I guess I need to get used to this new way of installing software!