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
    10·
    2 years 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

    • Synthead@lemmy.worldEnglish
      10·
      2 years 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
        2·
        2 years 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!

    • yoevli@lemmy.worldEnglish
      9·
      2 years 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.