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These Linux distros require no post-install effort.
Each of these options is usable out of the box.
You won't need to install software or tweak the desktop.
Every time I've had to install Windows (which is a nightmare), it seems there's always work to do to get it working as needed. You may need to install drivers and software, remove ads, update the system (which can take a long time), remove bloatware, tweak the UI, disable taskbar and lock screen widgets, disable system notifications, enable system protection, and more.
With many Linux distributions, the list is considerably shorter. If you opt to use the right Linux distribution, you'll find it might be just perfect out of the box.
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But which Linux distributions offer such a post-install nirvana? The list might not be long, but it's enough to give you choices. Each of the distributions below requires little work once the OS is up and running. To make this list even more appealing, none of these distros is even remotely challenging to install. To be included on this list, a distribution must:
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