I did, Manjaro Linux on a laptop that started on windows 8. I did have meny teacher get upset I was not using the programs they recommend. I did CIT with a minor in web dev and design. It was not always easy but I feel it was worth it when my Uni used proctorio to do testing remote. Protorio is basically a virus or almost a rootkit. I was able to do my testing in-person because I didn’t own a windows or Mac computer.
Destany, Fate, Dreams, these unstoppable ideals are held deep in the hart of man. As long as there are people who seek freedom in this life, these things will not vanish from the earth