What Linux Distro Can I Install and Forget About Upgrading?
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SunnyDay548
I'm looking for a Linux distribution that, once installed, I won't need to upgrade using a boot image when a new stable major version is released. I'd prefer an option where I can upgrade through a graphical interface rather than using terminal commands. This will be for a home workstation. Any recommendations?
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I've had success with MX Linux since it focuses on stability. It has features like Timeshift to roll back updates if needed, plus generating a bootable USB of your current system with MX Snapshot is super handy for future installations.
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Many distributions allow you to upgrade via a GUI. Fedora, Mint, and Ubuntu are all solid choices for your needs. If you’re using multiple monitors with different refresh rates, Fedora might be the way to go. Otherwise, Mint is user-friendly and could be your best bet if stability is a priority.
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Have you checked out LMDE? It's similar to Mint but requires fewer updates. I’ve had good luck with it; it just works for everyday tasks without too much hassle. Just be mindful of battery life during updates, as I had a hiccup with Mint once when my device ran out.
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OpenSUSE Leap is great too! It gives you options for upgrading every week, month, or year, which might match your upgrade needs without much hassle. It’s a good balance of stability and usability.
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If you’re looking for something super easy, try going with an LTS version of Ubuntu or Kubuntu. You can just hit the upgrade button every two years, and it’s pretty much ‘set it and forget it’ after that.
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