I am an absolute Linux beginner, and this is a living document constantly updated with the new things I've learnt and done on my freshly installed ZorinOS to guide other new beginners to improve their Linux Installation.

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Get Started

Do the following on your computer;

Prerequisite

• Backup your files in an external drive
• Check system requirements & hardware compatibility here.

Install ZorinOS

• Follow this guide on how to install ZorinOS.
• For visual learners, here's a video guide

Update Installations

After installation, update everything to the latest version through Zorin's GUI or copy the commands and run them in Terminal;

Before Updating

• Go into the Software Store and click on Software & Updates.
• Click on Other Software then turn on Canonical Partners.
• A pop-up will appear. Click Close.

Update Through Terminal

• sudo apt update + enter to check for updates
• sudo apt upgrade + enter to apply the updates
• Restart your computer

Update Packages

Update Drivers

System Optimization

Settings to Improve performance, efficiency, and overall functions of your computer.

Intall Ubuntu Restricted Extras

• This enables support for a wide range of multimedia formats and proprietary tools like audio and video codecs, Adobe Flash Plugin, Unrar and GStreamer Plugins on your computer
• sudo apt install ubuntu-restricted-extras + enter to install

Activate Zorin Connect

• This app alloows you to connect your Zorin OS computer to your Android phone for file sharing, clipboard sharing, remote input and more
• Zorin Connect is already pre-installed
• On your Android device, download from Playstore

Install Windows App Support

• This app lets you install and run various Windows applications directly on Zorin OS without needing a full Windows installation.
• open the Zorin Menu → System Tools → Windows App Support.
• Click Install

Connect Your Online Accounts

Improve Battery Life

• TLP is a power management tool designed to optimize the battery life on your laptop.
• sudo apt install tlp + enter to install
• Restart your computer

Tweaks & Customization

Install Gnome Extensions

• TLP is a power management tool designed to optimize the battery life on your laptop.
• sudo apt install tlp + enter to install
• Restart your computer

Recommended Gnome Extensions

• TLP is a power management tool designed to optimize the battery life on your laptop.
• sudo apt install tlp + enter to install
• Restart your computer

Install Apps & Packages

ZorinOS comes with a built-in Software Store and here are packages with beautiful UIs that I use and recommend;

Floorp

• A fast, lightweight open-source browser with a focus on privacy and customization based on Firefox.
• Download

Obsidian

• A simple markdown note‑taking and knowledge management app
• Download

Keypunch

• A minimal designed app that lets you practice typing
• Download

Outline

• A simple and reliable VPN app
• Download
• Join this Telegram group to get a free access key