SparkyLinux 5.5 released

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SparkyLinux 5.5 released

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Re: SparkyLinux 5.5 released

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Hello!
I already tested SparkyLinux.
Is a good choice for users who are starting Linux.
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Sparky has improved greatly IMO from a few years ago. Originally it was based on Testing, but now you can get it based on STable or Testing. This IMO was a huge improvement, as I'm just not a fan of dealing with distro's based on Testing given the inevitable breakage that occurs.
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I also use stable Debian version, I find it safer.
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Ill be giving SparkyLinux a look very soon as Im in the midst of other testing.
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Tried the LXQT desktop and it had some issues that Im sure will be fixed later, such as font issues including size. They dont have a flagship version so you have to wade thru the different versions and desktops offered, which is a bit daunting for new users. A bit more focus would really help.

Heres a slightly older review based on version 5.1 but much of it still applies to the 5.5 version I tried this week.
https://distrowatch.com/weekly.php?issu ... 113#sparky
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