New to the whole Linux scene, have heard really great things figured I'd maybe give it a crack?

[KoolBeansssBro]

Hello, I'm using an HP Pavillion AW15038E. Currently its barely running Windows 11 Insider Preview Version 260521. I say running but really its Snail, pace at this point. I am hoping and praying someone here can fill me in on Linux, how to successfully eliminate system bloat considering this poor laptop is only equipped with 8GB of DDR4 currently only runs 3.9 of those 8 GB though!

 

[Condobloke]

G'day @KoolBeansssBro, Welcome to Linux.org

have you investigated why the laptop will only use 3.9 gb or 8gb ram ?

Did the laptop come with 8GB when new?

Tell us more please.

This page deals with problems for that model:

https://support.hp.com/us-en/computer

 

[beanburrito]

Welcome, KoolBeansssBro.

 

[kc1di]

Hello @KoolBeansssBro
Welcome to the Linux.org forum, enjoy!
Best thing to do is download and burn a live version of Linux. I suggest trying Mint first. See how it runs on that machine.

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