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+title: You Need to Learn Linux 🐧
+date: 2021-12-17
+author: "ahmza"
+draft: false
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+tags: ["linux"]
+description: "Here's why you should learn Linux"
+---
+
+## **Introduction**
+
+**You need to learn _Linux_** !!
+
+Without a doubt you will come across _Linux_ at some point in your IT career and
+having baseline knowledge is helpful. _Linux_ can seem daunting, it's
+fundamentally different compared to windows. but with a bit of time you can
+master the basics and unlock its true power.
+
+{{< video label="true power" webm="/webm/mha-power.webm" >}}
+
+## **But Why**
+
+- **_Linux_ is everywhere**, from data centres to your smart fridge. A lot of
+  developers at Google use _Linux_. In fact access to the full codebase is given
+  on _Linux_.
+
+- **Power user?** The ability to personalise all aspects of the system **make it
+  your** system. This can result in you chasing the white rabbit, but the feeling
+  of booting into a system that's yours from start to finish is something else.
+
+- **Make it pretty** - You can create something that's **functional and beautiful**
+  [r/unixporn](https://www.reddit.com/r/unixporn/)
+
+**Lightweight and extensible** limiting the fluff. Making _Linux_ by default a
+lot faster than other operating systems.
+
+## **Ok but what about ...**
+
+- **Application Support** - Some popular applications you use may not be
+  available e.g Microsoft Office and the Adobe suite. All is not lost though,
+  there are alternatives if you can spend the time learning new software.
+
+- **Drivers** - More often than not _Linux_ just works. Edge cases could rise
+  that you might struggle with, don't give up Google it and dig in !!
+
+## **How can you start**
+
+> please note the steps below will require further reading to set up
+
+### **Install Linux as your main OS**
+
+**This is the full send option.** It may take you a while to acclimate but I feel
+this is the fastest option to success as you force yourself into learning.
+_Linux_ Distributions I have enjoyed using:
+
+- [Ubuntu](https://ubuntu.com/download/desktop) - Beginner friendly
+- [Manjaro](https://manjaro.org) - OS Basics set up, provides more flexibility
+- [Arch Linux](https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/installation_guide) - Jump in the deep end, go from start to finish and learn all about _Linux's_ moving parts
+
+### **_MacOS_ Terminal**
+
+**If you do not own a _MacBook_ skip this due to cost 💸**
+
+_MacOS_ is _UNIX_ based, **if you own a _MacBook_ download a Terminal Emulator**
+-- [iterm2](https://iterm2.com/) or [kitty](https://sw.kovidgoyal.net/kitty/binary/)
+both great options -- install [Homebrew](https://brew.sh/) and get going.
+
+### **_Windows WSL_**
+
+_WSL_ installs the _Linux Kernel_ and allows you to use the _Linux_ terminal
+within _Windows_. This does have its limitations but a low bar to entry.
+
+### **Virtual machines**
+
+Virtualising _Linux_ is another great option. VMs are quick to spin up and remove
+providing the ability to try out a handful of distributions with ease. This does
+come with the condition of having a device that can handle virtual machines
+meaning:
+
+- A CPU capable of virtualization
+- enough free RAM for the VMs
+
+### **Buy a secondary device**
+
+Have another cheap laptop or desktop to run _Linux_. This will cost you a bit
+more than the options above. If you're considering a second device then look
+at the Thinkpad lineup. These laptops are rugged and highly upgradeable.
+Two Thinkpad Models I own:
+
+- T440P
+- T480 _(Non S model)_
+
+## Conclusion
+
+**Why are you still reading go and get stuck in with _Linux_ 💨**
+
+{{< video label="do it" webm="/webm/do-it.webm" >}}
+
+**Learning _Linux_ is a journey that will take time. Enjoy the experience of
+learning and uncovering it's hidden powers.**
+
+I have linked some great resources for other great _Linux_ related content that
+helped me:
+
+- [DT YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVls1GmFKf6WlTraIb_IaJg) -
+  Covers _Linux_ related topics
+- [r/unixporn](https://www.reddit.com/r/unixporn/) - Get inspired and make _Linux_ pretty
+- [Arch Wiki](https://wiki.archlinux.org/) - Although specific to Arch, it's a great knowledge base