Is Zorin OS the best Ubuntu Based Distro? What sets it apart from it's competitors?
Today we take a look at Zorin OS 17.1. We try to find ways that makes Zorin OS unique. How is it different from Ubuntu, Linux Mint, or Pop_OS?
Edit: Zorin OS 17.1 uses Gnome 45.2. I state that it’s Gnome 3, I obviously was wrong.
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Quick edit: the Gnome version for Zorin 17.1 is 45.2.
Zorin is very good but has a horrible Bluethooth Bug that dont recognize a simple Xobox One Controller
The Pro edition, tbh, is all stuff that you could do for yourself, entirely, once you figure out how GNOME Extensions work. However, the real point of laying down money for the Pro edition is to support the Zorin team. For that, it's well worth it.
I was looking forward to trying Zorin Grid, they coming "soon" I think it's been 2 years already…..
I'm new to Linux. Appreciate you breaking it down. I'm literally starting out. ❤❤
nope. Good luck with the documentation
Borin OS, ftw, btw.
I've always liked Zorin, even though I generally prefer to use Mint/LMDE. The 'only' issue I had using it last time was, believe it or not, with my HP printer. Printing was no issue, but when I needed to set up the scanning part of it I found it wouldn't let me without having a root password. I could probably have got around that if necessary by setting up a root password, but still, I was surprised that something basic like that was an issue.
there is NOTHING special about Zorin. if you like this style …use PopOS
They should have waited until LTS 24.04 came out to put out this version. The software is too old no matter what people say. I have supported them for years and have purchased several of the pro versions including this one. It looks nice BUT I want a newer base for my newer hardware.
Jeremy's Tech Channel: Are you saying that the ZorinOS Core has the Gnome desktop environment?
used linux off/on for years. Love Mint. Laptop died so bought Latitude 7390. Tried Ubuntu, Mint, Fedora, Big Linux and Manjaro and none would even load. Could get Ubuntu and Mint to load using safe mode. Mint screen brightness would change keyboard brightness. Ubuntu no option at all. Tried Zorin 17.1 and loaded up perfect and everything working correctly. No idea what is different with installer on Zorin for it to work perfect yet the others wont
I installed Zorin OS 17.1 Core alongside Windows 10 Home . I noticed that on installing Zorin l had to reconfigure the SATA controller Mode in Bios to AHCI to complete installation. But for the Windows to run it has uses RAID not AHCI in Bios. So everytime l open either OS l have to change the Bios. This doesn't seem to be like that for Linux Mint Cinnamon or Ubuntu. I like the Zorin desktop and that it allows Window programs to ve installed. I aim to use both Zorin and Windows OS.
Zorin has past up Linux Mint as the best desktop Linux distro you can install at this point. Most don't even come close. 99% of people don't need the newest version of Gnome or even know what that is. Zorin is beautiful , fast and stable. You can also install software from pretty much anywhere. Whats not to love?
Installed 17.1 on my roughly 1 year old laptop mostly out ot curiosity, and was pleased to find that I all the hardware was detected automatically. Everything just worked and I've yet to have to use the terminal for anything. Compared to Windows 11 the system was ready for use so much faster for a clean install.
Wouldn't be surprised if I get to install Zorin on quite a few Windows 10 systems next year.
its very glitchy
Iv seen people compline about thew pro addition. It seemed to me like just a way to support the project.
Nice job once again, Jeremy. I use and prefer Mint, Zorin Core, and MX (in that order) on three machines. My disposably cheap travel laptop runs Zorin lightning fast despite its mere 4/64 gB two-core system. I recommend Zorin Core to Linux converts who are coming over from Win 7 because look and feel-wise they'll be right at home. (And Mint for W-10 users)
I really like the customizations that Zorin do to their UI. The older packages aren't really my thing, but I understand they make the right choices for their users. Respect to them.
I think that if Zorin had a sliding scale perhaps set at what they want but adjustable down to fifteen or twenty dollars they might get more users.(Like Elementary OS) It is almost impossible to convince someone to spend almost fifty bucks on a Linux distro, after you have worked hard to get them to switch to Linux in the first place. I have installed Zorin free version on client's computers, but have always given them the option to buy the Pro version and the reaction to the price is almost guttural repulsion across the board. (Note I demonstrate several popular distros with a Ventoy drive usually). Some people choose not to use Zorin free just because they have a paid version, even if I tell them that it is 100% free.