(Part 2) Top products from r/linuxmint

You just have to jump in and do stuff. Using it as your primary OS or always for a particular task (e.g. always use it for internet browsing) is a good way to become familiar with a linux desktop environment.

As for the command, whenever you want to:

• check process usage (Task Manager in Windows)
  
• see how much memory is free ( 'free' command, 'df' for disk usage -- it stands for -disk free-)
  
• make a new directory ('mkdir')
  
• change file permissions ('chmod')
  
• edit a text file (Vi Improved, aka Vim -- http://www.vim.org/, cheat sheet )
  
• listen to music (http://www.tuxarena.com/2011/12/10-console-music-players-for-linux/)
  
• other general tasks
  
  Try to make all of that happen in a command-line/terminal. If you can't figure out a command/program's parameters, check the man (manual) file using the 'man' command ('man <command name>).
  
  For some command command references:
  https://files.fosswire.com/2007/08/fwunixref.pdf
  http://cc.iiti.ac.in/lcommands.pdf
  http://www.pixelbeat.org/cmdline.html
  http://www.computervillage.org/articles/CommandLine.pdf
  
  It may seem silly and retro/outdate, but PRINT out a reference sheet. If it's less than 10 pages it's hardly an environmental crisis.
  
  http://linuxcommand.org/index.php
  
  [ Do some basic software development: hello world, a calculator, a text adventure game, dice roller ]
  
  Also install some software development tools and write some basic C/C++ programs and learn about make files. Most of the times installing new software from source is as simple as downloading the source, extracting it, and then running a number of tasks via the make file (e.g. configure, make, make install, etc).
  
  Learning how to compile basic programs on the command line will make compiling other programs from source a little less opaque. The compiler produces object files from source code and links them to produce an executable file.
  
  [ Install some software from source ]
  
  http://www.thegeekstuff.com/2012/06/install-from-source/
  https://www.linux.com/learn/intro-to-linux/2017/3/how-install-packages-source-linux
  
  Sticking to simpler software with fewer dependencies (libraries and other software that your new software depends* upon to function properly) is recommended as you should encounter fewer errors if any.
  
  You can always skip this stuff and use a package manager (command line or GUI) if that suits you more.
  https://help.ubuntu.com/community/AptGet/Howto
  https://www.lifewire.com/guide-to-synaptic-package-manager-2205707
  
  [ Reading ]
  
  If you can tolerate reading books and are willing to spend some money, these may be of use to you:
  
  Linux Pocket Guide, 3rd Edition: Essential Commands (By: Daniel Barrett)
  O'Reilly Media
  http://shop.oreilly.com/product/0636920040927.do
  
  Linux in a Nutshell, 6th Edition: A Desktop Quick Reference (By Stephen Figgins, Arnold Robbins, Ellen Siever, Robert Love)
  O'Reilly Media
  http://shop.oreilly.com/product/9780596154493.do
  
  If the price is an issue, shop on amazon and search ebay for a used copy. For the pocket reference at least a lot of stuff is likely to very much the same even in a previous revision/edition.
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Linux-Pocket-Guide-Essential-Commands/dp/1491927577/
  ^ currently ~$10 on Amazon
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Linux-Nutshell-Desktop-Quick-Reference/dp/0596154488/
  ^ currently ~$28 on Amazon
  
  I'd strongly recommend the pocket guide and the other reference may be of some use as well.
  
  P.S.
  If you aren't sure what Linux "distribution" you should install and use I'd strongly recommend a Debian derivative (a version or variant of Linux that's based on the Debian distribution) or another popular one so you will be able to benefit from common tutorials and the familiarity with it that others users have when you end up needing help.
  
  Debian
  Ubuntu
  Linux Mint
  
  You can search for other Linux distributions, debian-based and not, using the search tool at https://distrowatch.com/

You might have better luck with physical converter from one of your dvi-i outputs down to VGA and then a converter for VGA to S-video.

Something like this to convert digital to analogue, and also something like this to get your TV output.

No idea about linux working with this seeing the TV resolution or anything at all really might have to manually set it. No driver ready fixes I could find. Good Luck though :)

I recently got this Monoprice tablet via Amazon ($40: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H4LAF9O) to make lecture videos. It works really well on Mint 17.3 with at least Krita and Pinta. I would expect it to work with Gimp as well. I didn't have to install any special drivers - it just worked out of the box.

If you plug it in before starting Krita, it will do a nice job with the pressure-sensitivity.

I had a few issues with 3Com cards not working at gigabit speeds, so I bought an Intel PRO/1000 GT and it worked perfectly without any troubles.

Amazon UK link

This is the mouse i am using now..

https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Professional-Computer-Ergonomic-Precision/dp/B01N2X7IK9/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1501817201&sr=8-3&keywords=wireless+gaming+mouse

But ACTUALLY!!! - i prefer to have a bluetooth mouse. to free up the usb port on my laptop.

So if you recommend a bluetooth mouse, i am open ears.

As a general starting point for linux in general, this is usually a good starting point, especially for the linux geek who might not have a structured education in Systems Administration. It also includes some tips that might be helpful should you wish to try to get a job in the area

Quote"I already have a usb extension cable running like 6 feet away from me towards the direction of the router " This may be the problem, make sure you have a high quality USB3 cable. I like these
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DG92USW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

TeckNet Classic... Less than $10, comfortable size, non-proprietary (1x AA) battery, zero issues on Linux.

https://www.amazon.com/TeckNet-2-4G-Wireless-Mouse-Buttons/dp/B001DHECXA

Unless you're doing twitch-style gaming, I see zero reason to spend a lot of money on a mouse. Or if you're into the RGB thing, I guess...

Late reply, but if you google the chipset code (CSR8510) on the thinkpenguin.com site for the 60$ usb dongle, you can find dongles on newegg and amazon for 10$ with the same chipset.

This one looks identical to the one on thinkpeguin site, but 8$ : http://www.amazon.com/Importer520-Bluetooth-Adapter-Chipset-Windows/dp/B00CG94OW8

mine works fine on 17.3 and 18

Cool. I'm in the UK and the router I have problems with (only on some laptops) is a Virgin cable modem/wifi box. I got one of these which connects fine to the cable modem and my laptop connects to it every single time.

http://www.amazon.com/computers-accessories/dp/B00762YNMG

This worked out of the box for me.

Thoughts on this one? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EPGGVR6

Can you not buy a cheap HDD this one for example is £14.00

Two suggestions:

https://www.amazon.com/Steren-550-030-FastHome-Data-Hub/dp/B000EHW88Q/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1492710438&sr=1-5&keywords=rj45+hub

and this

https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Unitek-Converter-Chromebook-Ultrabook/dp/B01N4IEHJG/ref=sr_1_7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1492710438&sr=1-7&keywords=rj45+hub

I have been using this with Lenovo Yoga 13 and Mint 18, it sticks out a little bit more than I would like but it works. no setup

just my opinion on this - pay $15 or so and get a USB wifi that works in both Linux and Windows. Less time spent on a frustrating issue - wifi on Linux.

http://www.amazon.com/Edimax-EW-7811Un-150Mbps-Raspberry-Supports/dp/B003MTTJOY?ie=UTF8&keywords=usb%20wifi%20adapter&qid=1464277887&ref_=sr_1_4&s=pc&sr=1-4