cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ca/post/23633869

How could I get started with BSD?

hello,

I want to learn and deep dive into BSD systems. I am a Linux user for more than 3 years and now I am curious to learn and use BSD since BSD is similar to Linux and has binary compatibility.

sadly my laptop wifi card isn’t supported by any BSD systems. so I can’t use it as my daily driver. so where should I go or do to learn more about BSD?

  • dukatos@lemm.ee
    1·
    11 months ago

    You can install FreeBSD under KVM and start learning. There is a qcow2 image on FreeBSD site so you can skip installation and boot right into the shell. And, start reading the handbook.

    • kare@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      1·
      2 days ago

      Hey, sorry for a bit late of reply, but I was wondering if it’s possible for me to install FreeBSD “emulated” through some sort of KVM without needing a second OS? this way compatibility wouldn’t be a worry but I guess the performance wouldn’t be as good too, but it’d be something

      • dukatos@lemm.ee
        2·
        1 day ago

        Yes, download qcow2 image and run it with qemu/virtual machine manager. I run it that way when I want to test something. Feel free to ask for help.