📄️ 1.1 Introduction
You'll begin with three mainstream Linux distributions:
📄️ 1.2 Ways to Run Linux
Linux can be used in several convenient ways—choose the one that suits your goals:
📄️ 1.3 Installing Debian via Live USB
Linux can be installed natively for the best performance and a full Linux experience.
📄️ 1.4 Basic Package Management
Learn how to install, update, and remove software with two key package managers.
📄️ 1.5 Quick Practice and Summary
After setup, try:
📄️ 1.6 Open Source Alternatives to Common Windows Applications
When transitioning to Linux, one common concern is software availability. Fortunately, the open-source ecosystem provides robust alternatives to most popular Windows applications. This section outlines widely used Windows software and their equivalent or similar tools in Linux.