Hello, apparently hanging out in Lemmy inadvertently makes you thinking about using Linux. I am planning to install Linux Mint cinnamon on an older laptop, which I want to bring to LAN Parties. From what I read I can just format my C:\ windows disk, install Linux via bootable drive and from what I understand, proton is basically included when installing steam after setting up my new Linux OS? Thanks for your comments:)

    • Rubanski@lemm.eeOP
      14·
      1 year ago

      Thanks! I make sure to use the package manager, even, as of now, I’m not 100% what that means but I will find out

      • yoevli@lemmy.worldEnglish
        17·
        1 year ago

        Just as a note, I believe you still need to tick the “Enable Steam Play for all titles” in Steam settings to allow it to be used with non-verified games.

      • Synthead@lemmy.worldEnglish
        12·
        1 year ago

        There is a GUI, but I prefer the terminal:

        sudo apt update
sudo apt install steam

        “Update” fetches the latest package information, and “install steam” does exactly what you think it does :)

        • Rubanski@lemm.eeOP
          3·
          1 year ago

          I will probably use your approach, because the windows like gui should only help me transition. Getting to know how to use the terminal is my next step. Thanks!

          • douz0a0bouz@midwest.socialEnglish
            8·
            1 year ago

            Careful here. Absolutely start learning bash, but one of the points of Mint is that everything a normal user needs to do can be done through a settings gui. Don’t feel bad for reaching for the gui if you need to get something done and don’t have time right then and there to learn. Have fun!

      • Diplomjodler@feddit.de
        5·
        1 year ago

        It’s called Software Manager in Mint. It’s in the start menu. It’s basically like an app store, but without the surveillance and ads. Just type steam in the search field and click install. Really couldn’t be easier.