Of all the operating systems in existence, Linux (also known as GNU/Linux) is the most disliked, and there are a few reasons for the same. While overall customizability, software support, and user experience are still the most common issues with Linux, OS saturation is also a major issue. That said, most people involved in Linux treat the overwhelming number of choices as a plus point, as it gives them the ability and flexibility to try different desktop environments and flavors and ultimately settle for what they like best. But if you haven't tried Linux yet and want to start using it for some reason, here are some of the best Linux distros you should use and get started with.

Linux Mint has established itself as one of the best distros for beginner Linux users, thanks to the simplicity of Cinnamon (Linux Mint's desktop environment) and ease of use. It is an Ubuntu based operating system which is good for daily use and gaming. The Windows-like feel of Mint makes users switching from Windows feel right at home and is one of the distro's main selling points.

Linux Mint also caters to users who keep system stability of the utmost importance. A new version of Mint is released every six months, and it's usually very stable with occasional bugs. And for those who don't like Cinnamon, MATE and Xfce are two other officially supported flavors of Linux Mint.

Cinnamon is popular because it uses far fewer system resources than GNOME, which means it's easier to run Linux Mint on old hardware with ease – like other lightweight Linux distros we recommend. Unlike Ubuntu, Linux Mint is dropping support for Snaps and embracing Flatpaks with open arms, and lately the OS has been doing its best to differentiate itself from Ubuntu. And yes, it has succeeded in doing the same. Overall, it's a good Linux distro for beginners because everything just works out of the box. Advantages Disadvantages Light on system resources