Looking for some suggestions, preferably with existing tested compatibility with the Framework laptop hardware so I can do more well rounded research. I’m the most familiar with Ubuntu and CentOS. Picked Ubuntu initially for mid 2000s nostalgia purposes but it’s time to move on.
EDIT: As some people have pointed out, “more privacy oriented” was probably not the best phrase to use here. I am looking to move off of a Linux OS with corporate sponsorship and also looking forward to exploring Linux OSes that are privacy focused.
You have to get used to the Nix language and the ecosystem. Like Home manager, flakes, Disko etc. NixOS wiki is your best friend.
NixOS’ lack of docs is its biggest weakpoint. The wiki is pretty barebones, and NixOS options aren’t always as helpful as they could be
But you can always copy-paste from it. There’s also official wiki on nix.dev.
You don’t have to use the full eco system of Nix to be happy with it like flakes and home manager. I still stuff everything in one configuration.nix and it has everything I need. Eventually I’ll dive into it but for right now I’m happy.