Linux
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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).
Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.
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Gentoo Linux. Into the deep end!
(Starting off with something like mint or pop!os is probably your best bet, EndeavourOS is a good choice too but it's a little bit more effort for a first distro)
You really should pick PopOS, it's the best one with excellent desktop experience.
Best is subjective. As someone who has been using Linux exclusively for over 12 years now, I really don't like pop at all. I've tried it several time over the last couple years and just don't enjoy it.
Preferred daily: Suse tumbleweed with plasma Secondary choice (and it's a close second): NixOS (not beginner friendly!!) Beginner recommendation: Mint Cinnamon or Mate.