Whenever someone asks me about trying Linux, I always have one distro in mind I can definitely recommend to beginners and enthusiasts alike. The desktop is uncluttered and well-designedBut it offers plenty of customizationCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekClose Credit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekThe desktop environment and GUI experience are also important for many newer Linux users, so I like to recommend an OS that makes it easier to transition from the familiarity of Windows. Another thing I look for in a Linux distro is what kind of package manager it uses and how it feels to work in the terminal. This is the distro I can recommend to anyoneIt can be ideal for new and established usersCredit: David J. Buck / How-To GeekAs you've probably already guessed by now, the distro I can, in good conscience, recommend to everyone is Linux Mint. Linux Mint is just the beginningFor me, Linux has always been great for hobbies, home lab, work, and education.