I've never used a Linux OS before, I decided to try out Ubuntu 14.04 after reading and watching numerous reviews.
After a couple hours of troubleshooting installation and Grub menu issues I got it to work.
I have to say it was quite fun even though it was frustrating at first.
I'm doing a dual boot Win 8.1 and Ubuntu, so far no issues that I can see since I fixed the grub menu not populating.
Anywho I really like it but do you guys have any suggestions on programs, things I should learn/know, tips, etc?
I frequently torrent media, I use Usenet, edit and create videos, and play a lot of CSGO. Hoping I can do all of that on Ubuntu and eventually fully switch.
Edit: btw I'm sorry if this is the wrong subverse
Update: I broke it :D
Did fresh install trying again. For some reason my graphics drivers weren't well liked.
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[–] BlankBruno 0 points 4 points 4 points (+4|-0) ago
Welcome to Linux (and Ubuntu)!
Personally, I have used Transmission as my torrent client for years, starting with it on BeOS and continuing to use it when I switched to Linux. For a long time, I used Thunderbird for a Usenet client, but have recently switched to Pan Newsreader. I can't point to a feature or features in Pan and say, "This is why I prefer it"; for me it's subjective and just "feels" better. As for video work, I have tinkered a small amount using OpenShot, but definitely nothing serious, and I have little to no experience with other similar apps to compare it to.
One app that I would recommend that doesn't fit the categories you've listed is Clementine, an audio player app. I have tried several over the years, and this is my current favorite for ease of use, features, and eye candy. Just my unsolicited personal opinion.
Hope you find my opinions/experiences a bit helpful.