I pulled a boxed Windows 11 tiny PC out of its packaging, installed Ubuntu Budgie, and in less than an afternoon turned a handsome, pocket-sized Geekom IT15 into a fast, dependable Linux workstation — a change that proved more than cosmetic: it materially improved daily responsiveness, fixed...
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Transforming a compact Windows 11 mini PC into a full-fledged Linux workstation is a path increasingly traveled by tech enthusiasts looking to maximize both performance and flexibility without breaking the bank. Such was the case with the Herk Orion, a Ryzen-powered mini PC, which has recently...
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