Where can I find a reliable linux only download? or Is there a trusted source for a linux only downlo

Honestly, mirrors can be hit or miss, but I’ve had good luck with [OSDN](https://osdn.net/) for smaller distros. They’re slower but reliable.

For verification, yeah, hashes are your best friend. Most distros list ‘em right on the download page. Just match ‘em up and you’re golden.

And yeah, the bloatware thing is infuriating. Stick to the source!