I went back to Linux and it was a mistake
The Verge • 2/7/2026
Summary
The author installed Linux on a 2019 Dell XPS 15, which had been slow with Windows, experiencing issues like constant fan noise and failed updates. Despite the hardware's capabilities, the Linux experience was disappointing, with Ubuntu generating useless errors. The author later switched to an M1 MacBook Pro but sought to provide a typing practice device for their oldest child.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
22d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
521
Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^521/48)
Hero EligibleNo
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^521/48 = 0.000540) reduced it below 0.5
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 21 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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