# 2026-05-15

-   Doing a fresh Linux install.
    -   Permanently low on space on my 256Gb drive for some reason, getting a bit sick of it.
        -   I blame Snap, Flatpak, node<sub>modules</sub>, and keeping a Windows 10 partition around for support purposes.
    -   Also on an old version of Mint, solely needed a distro upgrade anyway.
    -   But I'm in fact giving Zorin a go. Mainly to get a sense of whether it's something worth recommending in the Repair Cafe.
    -   I will likely install Debian later for myself.
    -   So - let's see how quick to install and get back to a state where I can do work again. Time to dig out the  [[Setting up a new box]] notes&#x2026;

-   [[Notes on Zorin 18.1]].
    -   Issues with Wayland and Guake. (have to set sysyem keybindimg to guake-toggle, and hud doesn't follow mouse)

-   Some notes for amendments to my new box notes&#x2026;
    -   I need to add fish install to new box instructions.
    -   Use git ssh rather than https for git clone of private repos.
    -   spacemacs install is by far most time consuming step.
        -   bit annoying that you can't leave it unattended - asks to install sqlite and vterm
            -   maybe you can?
    -   why is my org repo so big?