Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Are you a Linux distro hopper? Finding the right Linux distribution can feel overwhelming with so many great options available — but it doesn’t have to be.
In this video, I’ll walk you through the Last Distro Standing Challenge, a simple method designed to help you systematically test Linux distros head-to-head until only one remains: your new primary Linux distribution. Using a multi-boot USB flash drive powered by Ventoy, you can boot into multiple Linux distros without ever touching your main system. No risk, no commitment — just pure distro testing the smart way.
But even if you can't, this video explains why Distro Hopping isn't so bad ➜ linux.video/distro-hopper
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🕐 Time Codes
00:00 - Intro
01:52 - How to choose a primary Linux distro
03:07 - What is the “Last Distro Standing” Linux challenge?
03:41 - Linux distro testing setup and considerations
05:02 - How to set up a multi-boot USB flash drive for testing Linux
06:46 - My new “Switching to Linux” book (coming soon!)
08:27 - How to copy a Linux ISO to a Ventoy USB drive
10:07 - Booting Ventoy and selecting a Linux distribution to test
12:10 - Take the “Last Distro Standing” Linux challenge
13:42 - How to remove an ISO image from Ventoy
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Are you a Linux distro hopper? Finding the right Linux distribution can feel overwhelming with so many great options available — but it doesn’t have to be.
In this video, I’ll walk you through the Last Distro Standing Challenge, a simple method designed to help you systematically test Linux distros head-to-head until only one remains: your new primary Linux distribution. Using a multi-boot USB flash drive powered by Ventoy, you can boot into multiple Linux distros without ever touching your main system. No risk, no commitment — just pure distro testing the smart way.
But even if you can't, this video explains why Distro Hopping isn't so bad ➜ linux.video/distro-hopper
*⚙️ Grab Jay’s actual Dotfiles!*
For a small donation, grab a zip file full of configs for Bash, ZSH, Vim, Tmux, i3, Sway (and more)! Curated over a decade, there’s something for everyone.
- Download here ➜ learnlinux.link/jay-dotfiles
*📖 Switch to Linux with My Latest Book*
Thinking about making the jump to Linux? This step-by-step guide will help you choose the right distribution and install Linux with confidence.
- Start your Linux journey here ➜ learnlinux.link/switch-to-linux
*📚 Discounts, Courses, Books, and More! (Support Linux Learning)*
- 10% Off Linux Swag! ➜ learnlinux.link/swag
- Get the "Linux Pro-Tips" Newsletter ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-tips
- Grab Jay's *ACTUAL* Dotfiles! ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-tips
- Switching to Linux Book (15% Off!) ➜ learnlinux.link/switch-to-linux
- Linode Starter Credit ➜ learnlinux.link/linode
- eBook Bundle ➜ learnlinux.link/ebook-bundle
- Ansible Course ➜ learnlinux.link/ansible
- Linux Essentials Course ➜ learnlinux.link/linux-essentials
- Paid Assistance ➜ learnlinux.tv/request-assistance
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
🕐 Time Codes
00:00 - Intro
01:52 - How to choose a primary Linux distro
03:07 - What is the “Last Distro Standing” Linux challenge?
03:41 - Linux distro testing setup and considerations
05:02 - How to set up a multi-boot USB flash drive for testing Linux
06:46 - My new “Switching to Linux” book (coming soon!)
08:27 - How to copy a Linux ISO to a Ventoy USB drive
10:07 - Booting Ventoy and selecting a Linux distribution to test
12:10 - Take the “Last Distro Standing” Linux challenge
13:42 - How to remove an ISO image from Ventoy
*🎓 Learn Linux TV*
Your source for Linux-related Fun and Learning!
- Official website: learnlinux.tv
- Community Forums: community.learnlinux.tv
- Official Subreddit: learnlinux.link/reddit
- Facebook Community: learnlinux.link/facebook-group
- More about Jay: learnlinux.link/jay
*🤝 Affiliate and Content Ethics*
Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, Learn Linux TV may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps keep the content flowing.
- learnlinux.tv/content-ethics
*⚠️ Use Content Responsibly*
Learn Linux TV shares technical content intended to teach and help you, but it comes with no warranty. The channel is not liable for damages resulting from its use. Always ensure you have proper permission, follow organizational policies, protect important data, and comply with applicable laws.
#Linux #LinuxDistro #DistroHopper #SwitchingToLinux #LearnLinuxTV
