diff --git a/content/posts/you-need-to-learn-linux.md b/content/posts/you-need-to-learn-linux.md index 4524439..d195f0c 100644 --- a/content/posts/you-need-to-learn-linux.md +++ b/content/posts/you-need-to-learn-linux.md @@ -1,33 +1,20 @@ --- -title: You Need to Learn Linux 🐧 -date: 2021-12-17T19:16:50Z -author: "ahmza" -draft: false -weight: - -tags: ["Linux"] -description: "Ever wanted to learn Linux ? Well no better time than now to learn" -canonicalURL: "https://blog.ahmza.com/Page%28/posts/you-need-to-learn-linux.md%29" - -cover: - image: "/webp/posts/learn-linux/feature-anim.webp" # image path/url - alt: "learn-linux" # alt text - caption: "" # display caption under cover - relative: false # when using page bundles set this to true -showtoc: true -searchHidden: false +title: "You Need to Learn Linux \U0001F427" --- + ## **Introduction** -You need to learn _Linux_ because there is no reason not to. If you + +You need to learn *Linux* because there is no reason not to. If you are pursuing a career in IT, without a doubt you will come across -_Linux_ and having even basic knowledge is very helpful. Many people +*Linux* and having even basic knowledge is very helpful. Many people struggle with the OS simply because it's fundamentally different compared to the other operating systems, but with a bit of time you can master the basics and unlock it's true power. -{{< video label="true power" webm="/webm/mha-power.webm" >}} +{{\< video label="true power" webm="/webm/mha-power.webm" >}} ## **But Why** + **Linux is everywhere**, from data centres to your smart toaster. So if you are interesting in anything IT related then it's a great asset to have. @@ -59,6 +46,7 @@ something completely custom. Plus then you can say `I use Arch BTW` ## **How can you start** ### **Install Linux as your main OS** + This is the full send option. A great Distribution that I recommend is [Manjaro with KDE Plasma](https://manjaro.org/downloads/official/kde/) @@ -67,29 +55,33 @@ and Manjaro itself is a great as it's Arch based but does not require you to start from step 0. ### ***MacOS*** **Terminal** -_MacOS_ is actually _UNIX_ based and so **if you have an _apple -Mac/MacBook_ all you need is the Terminal** application. I used this on + +*MacOS* is actually *UNIX* based and so **if you have an *apple +Mac/MacBook* all you need is the Terminal** application. I used this on my work machine and it's a great alternative to the full send option. However I do not recommended this if you don't own one of these devices already due to cost 💸 ### ***Windows WSL*** -The _Windows Subsystem for Linux_ is another great option to get started -with _Linux_, it installs the _Linux Kernel_ in windows and allows you -to play around in a real _Linux_ environment. + +The *Windows Subsystem for Linux* is another great option to get started +with *Linux*, it installs the *Linux Kernel* in windows and allows you +to play around in a real *Linux* environment. ### **Virtual Machines** -If there is a specific Distribution of _Linux_ you want to try then + +If there is a specific Distribution of *Linux* you want to try then this is a great option. However if you want to simply get to know -_Linux_ then choose the _MacOS_ terminal or _WSL_ methods as they are +*Linux* then choose the *MacOS* terminal or *WSL* methods as they are a lot lighter on system resources ## Conclusion -**Why are you still reading go and get stuck in with _Linux_ 💨** -{{< video label="do it" webm="/webm/do-it.webm" >}} +**Why are you still reading go and get stuck in with *Linux* 💨** -As with anything learning _Linux_ is a journey and will take time. +{{\< video label="do it" webm="/webm/do-it.webm" >}} + +As with anything learning *Linux* is a journey and will take time. Enjoy the experience of learning it and uncovering it's hidden powers because it is well worth it. I have linked some great resources for other great Linux related content that helped me.