"Every time I've had to install Windows (which is a nightmare), it seems there's always work to do to get it working as needed. You may need to install drivers and software, remove ads, update the system (which can take a long time), remove bloatware, tweak the UI, disable taskbar and lock screen widgets, disable system notifications, enable system protection, and more."
"With those factors sorted, let's look at the list of best out-of-the-box distributions. To achieve this standing, I think a distribution must: Be simple to install Include the necessary apps out of the box Not require any changes before the desktop is useful Not insist that the user upgrades immediately after installation Include little to no bloatware Not include ads (of any sort) Detect most (if not all) hardware automatically"
"It should be no surprise that Linux Mint is on this list. I would go so far as to say that Linux Mint is the single best out-of-the-box experience of any OS on the market. Once you've installed the OS, you are ready to go. Sure, you might have to set up your email accounts in the default mail client, but other than that, you won't have to do much."
Windows installations often require extensive post-install work such as drivers, software, ad removal, system updates, bloatware cleanup, UI tweaks, disabling widgets, adjusting notifications, and enabling protections. Several Linux distributions simplify setup by offering ready-to-use desktops that detect hardware automatically, include necessary applications, avoid ads and bloatware, and do not force immediate upgrades. The selection criteria prioritize simplicity of installation, out-of-the-box usefulness, minimal or no configuration, and hardware compatibility. Linux Mint exemplifies the ideal out-of-the-box experience by providing a fully functional desktop after installation with only minor user setup like adding email accounts.
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