I decided to set up an Arch-based distribution. Which base system would you use for the installation? Why would you prefer that option? Would you go with a desktop environment like KDE, GNOME, or i3, or would you prefer starting with a minimal window manager? Share your thoughts!
Which system would you start with for an Arch-based distribution?
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So, in your opinion, how much importance do you place on choosing a desktop environment when starting with an Arch-based distribution? For example, is graphical comfort and feature richness offered by KDE or GNOME your priority, or is the speed and customizability provided by a tiling window manager like i3 more appealing? What is the biggest factor underlying this choice? Is it optimizing user experience or using system resources in the most efficient way?
An even more important question: What is the primary motivation for those who prefer a minimal window manager? Despite the complexity of the installation process, why do they choose this path? Is the main goal to follow the underlying philosophy of the system (such as the Unix philosophy or "do one thing and do it well")? What role does Arch's "user-centric" structure play in this preference?