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Computer Help and Support

usonian

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1. My brother, the least techie person on earth, got tired of Windows updates regularly wiping all his device drivers.

Reply to Phentex (Original post)

Mon Oct 6, 2025, 11:54 AM

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He ended up with a Dell linux system, sold and serviced by Dell ( only sold online), and after some questions about substitute programs (Libre Office, Shotwell etc. ) he hasn't asked questions in years.

"It just works"

Ubuntu

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Update to stupid laptop issues [View all] Phentex Monday OP

My brother, the least techie person on earth, got tired of Windows updates regularly wiping all his device drivers. usonian Monday #1

That's what I'm hoping for Phentex Monday #3

You can install the Chromium browser on Linux if you want to use Chrome. CentralMass Monday #2

Good to know Phentex Monday #4