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Recently, I switched from Windows to Linux, tried many distros, and ended up with the Ubuntu rolling-release. Things went well for some days, but I started facing some issues like printer issues, gaming performance issues, and overall Ubuntu performance issues. So, I switched to where it all started, which is Windows 10. Now I'm on Windows, but the likeness and pleasure of using Linux are still with me. 

So, what I wanted was a faster, rolling-release, easy-to-use distro with easy installation of Nvidia proprietary drivers. 

What I have now planned is Fedora, because I like it. The issue with Fedora is that I can easily install the Nvidia driver, unlike Ubuntu. Can I search for the driver in the store or something else?

Or anything better than a fedora.

Graphics card: GT 730. I quit gaming, so gaming was not an issue anymore.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That's all great info, thanks for taking the time. This is my first go with Arch based. I work with Windows for a living and have used Debian based for years.

Endeavor has had a little bit of a learning curve, but sounds like I'll be sticking with it.

I know they say they are a terminal based os, but any tips on some equivalent to a software center, or at least where I can find compatable apps?

Thanks for what you've already taken the time to write!

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Pamac (either pamac-all or pamac-all-no-snap). You can go with Octopi if you want, but pamac should more than meet your needs--and personally, I like it better.