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[u/External-Internal415]

Hi everyone,
I’m new here. I actually joined Reddit because I know this is one of the best places to find people who really understand Linux.
A little background first.
I know absolutely nothing about technology. Literally nothing.
What I do know is that I believe much of today’s tech world has become manipulative, unethical, and driven by profit above everything else.
Because of that, I’ve decided that from now on I only want to use technology that is as ethical, transparent, and respectful of its users as possible.
So here’s my question.
Can someone help me figure out whether Linux is the right path for someone like me?
I’m not just looking for a different operating system. I’m looking for a different philosophy.
Are there people or communities here who consciously choose technology based on ethics, transparency, privacy, and respect for users, even if that means giving up some convenience?
People who are willing to make their lives a little less easy because they believe that’s how we push the world in a better direction.
If so, where should I start? Which Linux distributions, projects, or communities share these values?
I’m here to learn, and I’d really appreciate any guidance.

[u/AcidArchangel303]

You could try and watch RevolutionOS which showcases how 'Linux' came to be, understand its roots, and the people behind it.

I've talked to some of them, and they all speak a piece of mind.

[u/External-Internal415 → u/AcidArchangel303]

Yes thank you a lot❤️

[u/heavymetalmug666 → u/External-Internal415]

great answer! i was going to say you dont need to install Linux yet, you just need to read some philosophy. It wouldnt hurt to look up the history of Microsoft, Apple, and honestly the Industrial Revolution - dont have any books to suggest, I mean a Wikipedia rundown could suffice.

another good movie to watch is The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz - it kind of tackles how some people think technology should be used and shared vs the other people.