I've been using Linux for nearly two years and currently have a dual boot with Windows primarily for gaming. Lately, I've noticed that gaming on Linux has come a long way, and I'm considering fully switching to Linux. I'm interested in installing Arch as my main operating system, but I'm worried about potential issues with bleeding-edge updates causing system breaks. I'm looking for options besides Manjaro, which is Arch-based but offers more stability. Are there any other Linux distributions I might consider for daily use that provide a balance between being up-to-date and stable?
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Honestly, Manjaro doesn't really offer more stability. It's just a tad behind Arch and those breakages can still happen, often depending on your setup. If you're looking for a stable experience while staying versatile, just keep updated with Arch's wiki—it’s a lifesaver!
Fedora could be a great choice for you! It's not as ahead as Arch but has much fewer issues with broken packages. While it sometimes breaks things, it's pretty rare. Plus, it's flexible and offers a wide range of desktop environments just like Arch.
I've tried Fedora for several months but found it broke things quite often for me. Arch was more reliable, even with its updates.
Absolutely, but if you're not keen on corporate distros, that could be a personal factor to consider!
You might want to check out EndeavorOS or CachyOS! They provide a ready-to-use Arch experience and can be set up to recover from potential update problems. I've been using CachyOS for a couple of months and haven't run into any major issues.
EndeavorOS seems nice, but is it just Arch with an installer? CachyOS sounds good, though!
If you're cautious about breaking updates, I'd suggest openSUSE Tumbleweed. It's a rolling release that I’ve relied on for unattended updates, and it hasn’t failed me once over the years.
Exactly! If you follow the documentation closely, you might avoid most of the headaches.