HandyLinux is a distro that offers a simplified approach to using the Linux desktop operating system. HandyLinux first appeared about three years ago. The latest version, 2.5, was released in early June. The developers make it easy to peel off the “Handy” layers to reveal a more standard Linux environment as users learn the system. Those who no longer need the IT tools included with the initial installation can remove them easily using the Handy2Debian application from the main menu.
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I completely disagree on this being a good Linux OS for newbies. When I think about a newbie I think about my wife. I installed virtualbox on her Windows 10 laptop and installed Linux Mint 18, opened it to full-screen and handed it to her. She didn't even click on the familiar start button. She simply said "Give me my windows back."
HandyLinux looks far more archaic than Linux Mint and comes with XFCE which is a dream for advanced users like me that like lightweight, highly configurable desktop environment. It is NOT for newbies. I would argue that Gnome 3 and Unity are also not good candidates for newbies. I played with Deepin (just the DE not the OS) over the weekend and it is a great candidate for newbies. Beautiful and familiar, especially if the user wants a macOS look and feel. If you want Windows 10 like features Cinnamon is a great choice but not my favorite.
For newbies I think that ElementaryOS is the best choice. It is gorgeous and familiar. You can configure it how you want or just leave it alone. Keep in mind that Windows users are going to need the "Pretty" with the DE. The focus for the Linux desktop should be the interface. ElementaryOS is doing an awesome job of this.
Just my two cents. Thanks again for your great articles.
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HandyLinux Is a Great Toolbox for Linux Newbies
Posted by: Jack M. Germain July 9, 2016 11:00 AMHandyLinux is a distro that offers a simplified approach to using the Linux desktop operating system. HandyLinux first appeared about three years ago. The latest version, 2.5, was released in early June. The developers make it easy to peel off the “Handy” layers to reveal a more standard Linux environment as users learn the system. Those who no longer need the IT tools included with the initial installation can remove them easily using the Handy2Debian application from the main menu.
I completely disagree on this being a good Linux OS for newbies. When I think about a newbie I think about my wife. I installed virtualbox on her Windows 10 laptop and installed Linux Mint 18, opened it to full-screen and handed it to her. She didn't even click on the familiar start button. She simply said "Give me my windows back."
HandyLinux looks far more archaic than Linux Mint and comes with XFCE which is a dream for advanced users like me that like lightweight, highly configurable desktop environment. It is NOT for newbies. I would argue that Gnome 3 and Unity are also not good candidates for newbies. I played with Deepin (just the DE not the OS) over the weekend and it is a great candidate for newbies. Beautiful and familiar, especially if the user wants a macOS look and feel. If you want Windows 10 like features Cinnamon is a great choice but not my favorite.
For newbies I think that ElementaryOS is the best choice. It is gorgeous and familiar. You can configure it how you want or just leave it alone. Keep in mind that Windows users are going to need the "Pretty" with the DE. The focus for the Linux desktop should be the interface. ElementaryOS is doing an awesome job of this.
Just my two cents. Thanks again for your great articles.