<ul><li>Facing issues with Debian, the user switched to Windows 11 with WSL but experienced performance issues and returned to Linux Mint with Cinnamon.</li><li>Linux Mint with Cinnamon provided a hassle-free experience with pre-set functionalities like transparent terminal, functional tray, appropriate scaling options, and pre-installed Flatpak.</li><li>The user emphasized a simplified approach: using Flatpak for GUI apps, APT for terminal tools, and managing languages with asdf to maintain system cleanliness and stability.</li><li>The user highlighted the importance of avoiding PPAs, preferring mainstream distros like Linux Mint that offer a polished, user-friendly experience with faster package manager and sensible defaults.</li></ul>

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