Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Pop!OS used to be one of the best Linux distro recommendations — but that was years ago. In 2026, with Cosmic Desktop still in beta and shipped as the default in Pop!OS 24 LTS, new users are walking into a minefield of memory leaks, GPU bugs, audio issues, and an unresponsive GitHub with 1,700+ open issues.

In this video, I break down exactly why Pop!OS should NOT be on your list if you're new to Linux — and what you should install instead.

CHAPTERS
00:00 - Why were talking about PopOS in 2026
01:06 - Cosmic Desktop is still in beta
02:57 - What LTS is supposed to mean
04:01 - Cosmic is the heaviest desktop in Linux
05:32 - GitHub bug deep-dive: memory leaks and more
07:28 - Is System76 ignoring feedback
09:11 - Better alternatives
11:10 - Final message to System76

🔗 Referenced in this video:
• Pop!OS / Cosmic GitHub Issues: github.com/pop-os/cosmic-epoch/issues
• christitus.com/stop-using-pop-os-cosmic

📦 Recommended Distros for New Users:
• Linux Mint — Best for stability and beginners
• Fedora — Solid, well-maintained, Red Hat-backed
• Bazzite — Best for gamers, works out of the box
• CachyOS — Best for power users

#LinuxMint #PopOS #Linux #CosmicDesktop #LinuxDistro #System76 #Bazzite #CachyOS #Fedora #LinuxForBeginners

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