"Although the choice of kernel might not make things easier for new users, the desktop environment certainly will. Some Linux desktops simply aren't built for those new to the platform. For example, the tiling i3 window manager is not for the faint of heart. As far as GNOME is concerned, it's an easy-to-use desktop, but it's different enough that many users might struggle to understand how it works at first."
"Choosing the right desktop environment can make or break your experience. Choose the wrong desktop and you'll find yourself more frustrated than not. On the other hand, if you choose a desktop that's perfectly at home in the hands of new users, that experience will be easy enough to keep you on board with Linux. But which of those desktop environments are best suited for new users? Let me offer you my top five, each of which makes for an ideal new user environment."
Linux offers extensive choice from kernel to desktop environment, letting users shape the OS to their needs. Desktop environments strongly affect usability; some suit experienced users while others welcome newcomers. Tiling window managers like i3 are difficult for beginners, and GNOME, though easy to use, has enough differences to confuse some users initially. Selecting an appropriate desktop can determine whether the experience is frustrating or engaging. Beginner-friendly desktops reduce friction and encourage continued Linux adoption. KDE Plasma provides a familiar desktop layout with menu, panel, system tray, icons, notifications, visual polish, and the capacity to remain approachable while growing with users' skills.
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