RefreshOS is a top contender for new Linux users - here's why

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ZDNET's key takeaways

  • RefreshOS 3.0 is a brilliant Linux distribution.
  • This OS has ease-of-use, beauty, performance, and stability.
  • You can install and use RefreshOS for free.

I've tested so many Linux distributions over the years that I can safely say that I've forgotten more than most users have tried. Since I started my path as a writer covering Linux and open source, my main goal has been to find ways to introduce people to the Linux operating system. To do that, I've spent decades keeping tabs on distributions that make sense for new users. That journey has led me to the likes of Ubuntu, elementary OS, Linux Mint, and so many others.

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Recently, I was reminded of RefreshOS, which I once proclaimed was the Linux distro...

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