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You might see some terms you are not familiar with. Here is a collection of some that might help you.
| Term | Abbreviation | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Distribution | Distro | The "type" of Linux you are using |
| Desktop Environment | DE | How your Linux looks like. Think of the difference between Windows 7, 10, and 11. Unlike on Windows, this can be changed without reinstalling your system. |
| Window Manager | WM | Arranges your windows at the place you want them to be |
| Compositor | Makes visual effects | |
| Package manager | Essential part of your distro, has the purpose of downloading, installing, and removing packages | |
| Package | Program, part of a program, or library | |
| Library | Collection of stuff that programs use to function. Typically have the ending .so. (on windows this would be .dll) | |