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The Steam Deck, the last lifeline of gaming on Linux?

Valve bet on Linux a long time ago, cataloging in its Steam store the games that can be run on this operating system. To cement its commitment, the company released Steam OS, a Linux-based operating system. Now, Valve has hired more than 100 developers open source to maintain Steam OS.

During the last years the Linux community has been falling, some projects disappearing or staying low. The problem is that Linux is not a “family friendly” operating system. In some cases, it requires advanced knowledge, especially to update drivers or to install some games.

Steam OS, a lifesaver for Linux?

Currently, the only portable console capable of competing with the Nintendo Switch is the one developed by Valve. This console, being backed by the largest video game store, has a lot going for it. It also offers great power and makes use of a good operating system such as Steam OS.

For those who don’t know, Steam OS is based on Linux, making it open source, allowing anyone to use and develop for it. The company’s idea is to improve this operating system and for this they have signed more than 100 developers.

According to Pierre-Loup Griffais, designer of the Steam Deck, they have an army of professionals. These have the mission to fix bugs and create new features for this software. In addition, work is being done to improve the compatibility of the Steam store with platforms such as Chrome OS and Linux.

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one point most interesting of Steam OS is the layer named Proton. This layer allows games developed for Windows to work correctly on Linux. Thus, the problem that the user could have is eliminated, since otherwise they would have to have solid knowledge of computers.

Griffais stresses that they want the community of video game fans move to Linux. The idea is to create a “general architecture” for gaming on this operating system. They want Linux to be a viable alternative to Windows.

Although Steam OS was idle for some time, it is currently a cornerstone for Valve and its console. One of the company’s plans is for PC and laptop manufacturers to implement it in their systems. Very good news, since it is a very good and attractive operating system.

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Need to make Linux more “usable”

Realistically, different Linux distributions are not always user friendly. Ubuntu is the best known and considered to be the most user friendly. There are other options, like Debian Linux Mint, that are less used, but are great options.

It can end up being a very good operating system, as long as it remains as friendly and easy to use. In the end, there are many users who want to use the computer, without thinking about anything. Driver problems that occur occasionally are one of the most conflicting factors.

It could be the salvation of Linux in the home user segment

, in favor of Windows. Microsoft’s operating system is a constant problem and the updates are getting worse every day.

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