#computer operating system

Basically, I have a 2011 MacBook Pro 15”. I’ve replaced the battery and upgraded the RAM and replaced the 500GB HDD with a 500GB SSD. It’s great! The machine is truly the fastest mobile computer I have.

The 2011 MBP was let go from software updates a while ago, meaning, natively, macOS High Sierra is as high as I can get the thing.

Luckily, this computer is from an era when Apple actually made computers and not eWaste, so I just erased macOS off of it and flashed Zorin OS (an Ubuntu-based Linux distro) onto it. The computer is now even better! It’s my primary productivity machine. The display, speakers, battery life, and thermals are all pretty bad, but it’s just so snappy and problem free I can’t help it.

Now, when I set up Zorin OS I used LVM Encryption to encrypt the entire disk. Basically, upon booting, before anything happens, I’m prompted with a password box. Once I put in the encryption key, the computer would continue booting and bring me to my usual login screen. Great! Easy peasy, extra secur-sy. Well. That was the case.

Somehow, in my efforts to find a way to stop Linux from using my MBP’s Discrete GPU in favor of its Integrated (more efficient, less power hungry) one, I broke something in the EFI or SMC idk. Reinstalling didn’t help. MacOS Recovery mode didn’t help. The only way I fixed it was by wiping the device, running the installer USB, downloading the script I used to fuck it up, and then running it to undo what I previous had it do. This worked. Luckily, I was keeping the machine backed up with Timeshift. So, I wiped the computer again and installed Zorin OS, fresh, reinstalled Timeshift, and restored from backup. The only problem?

When I reinstalled Zorin, I didn’t use LVM Encryption because I was tired of having to manually type in that 25 randomized character password I chose. As a result, now every time I boot the computer, I’m prompted with a “Waiting for encrypted device, (name).” That prevents the machine from booting for about 5 minutes until it just randomly decides “ope, never mind” and finally takes me to my login screen. It does nothing in prohibiting me from using the computer expect prolong it. It’s just annoying and weird as hell, and I have no idea how to get rid of it.

Clearly, the way Timeshift resorted the device has it thinking it’s still an encrypted volume, and I have no idea how to tell it that it is not.

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What is an Operating System

What is an Operating System

Operating System or "OS" is the system software, which acts as an interface between the user and the computer. That is, manages hardware and software programs. In very simple words, it is the system software, which helps you to communicate with the computer, without having to learn the computer language.

The purpose of an operating system is to facilitate the use of a computer. The user needs an operating system to run other programs in any computing device (desktop, laptop, smart-phone and tablet, etc.). Examples of some well-known OS: Windows, Android, iOS, macOS, Linux and Chrome OS, etc.

There are several choices when it comes to operating systems. Windows is a popular operating system among most of the people. Mac Operating System is an excellent choice for creative professionals. Google also offers Chromebooks and they are simple and cheap. Programmers may prefer Linux OS. If you are confused about which OS to choose, then read on.

Should you use Windows?

Windows is a type of operating system which is very common and user friendly. The latest version of the Windows operating system is Windows 10 and was released by Microsoft in 2015. Microsoft tends to keep working on the new updates and advancements. The most important advantage of Windows is that it offers a vast range of compatible softwares. However, the disadvantage of Windows is that it has security issues due to the presence of a large amount of malware. But, Windows is the best platform for gamers who like to play games, especially AAA title games.

Should you use macOS?

Creative professionals will always prefer macOS. That is because Apple has created a market of most advanced and professional tools and software which run only on macOS. Also, Apple’s macOS offers the best security as compared to that of all other operating systems.

We can install macOS on a non-Apple device also, and we call it as Hackintosh, but this is very complex. The benefit of the macOS is that it provides extra support in professional software like Adobe Photoshop. Though these software are also designed for Windows too, they function better in macOS. Another important feature of Apple hardware is that it automatically updates the operating system to the latest version regularly, and that is also free of cost. The disadvantage of macOS is that Apple hardware is expensive as compared to that of other devices.

Should you use Linux?

There is another operating system known as Linux, and while most people do not even consider it, it is one of the best operating systems available. It is a flexible operating system. The users who want to perform complex tasks efficiently always consider Linux one of the best operating systems which suits their needs. However, it is not as user friendly as compared to other operating systems.

Should you use Chrome OS?

Google’s Chrome Operating System is also one of the most exciting competitors in the market of the operating systems. It is a very light OS. However, you will have access to Chrome, Chrome apps, and Android apps only. You will not be able to run Windows desktop software.

Should you use BSD?

BSD stands for Berkeley Software Distribution. This operating system is not well known, and it is an alternative to Linux. It operates on Unix. BSD is an open-source, and researchers have developed this operating system. BSD is more flexible than the Linux Operating System.

Dual-booting operating systems and virtual machines

If you are confused about choosing an operating system, then you may go with this option. Here, you install two or more operating systems in one machine. When your computer starts, it will allow you to select the operating system for that session. Through this, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.

Jackson Henry. I’m a writer living in USA. I am a fan of technology, arts, and reading. I’m also interested in writing and education. You can read my blog with a click on the button above.

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