Getting Started Guide

Welcome to linuxcommunity.io! Whether you’re brand new to Linux or a seasoned veteran, you’re in the right place.

Say Hello

The best way to get started is to introduce yourself. Tell us a bit about who you are, what distro you’re running, or what brought you here. No need to overthink it, just say hi.

:wave: Introduce Yourself Here

Or if you’d prefer, start a new topic about whatever’s on your mind, whether that’s a question you’ve been stuck on, something cool you discovered, or a project you’re working on.

A Few Things Worth Knowing

Take a quick look at our community guidelines so you know what to expect and what we expect from each other:

:placard: Community Rules & FAQ

As you participate by reading, posting, and engaging, you’ll automatically earn higher trust levels that unlock new abilities like adding images, editing wiki posts, and accessing private groups. — Read more about how that works here.

Jump Into a Conversation

Here are a few ways to find something interesting:

:mag: Search for a topic you’re curious about
:open_file_folder: Browse our Categories to see what’s being discussed
:busts_in_silhouette: Join a Group for your distro or area of interest

Need Help?

If you’re having trouble with the forum itself or have a question that isn’t covered in the FAQ, post in the Site Help category or reach out to our staff directly.


We’re glad you’re here. Don’t be a stranger, jump in and say hello! :penguin:

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