Reviving a Vintage Laptop: A Fun Learning Tool for My Child

I recently decided to breathe new life into my 12-year-old laptop by installing Ubuntu. This relic will soon transform into my 4-year-old daughter’s very first computer! It’s the perfect opportunity for her to start learning how to type and express her thoughts through writing.

As I embark on this journey, I’m looking for the simplest way to set up the laptop so it opens directly into a text editor. This way, she won’t need to navigate with a mouse just yet, allowing her to focus on her typing skills without unnecessary distractions.

Additionally, I have a couple of technical questions: Is there a way to configure the system to start with Caps Lock enabled? This could make it easier for her to type certain letters more comfortably as she learns.

Montoring this journey has been exciting, and I’m looking forward to seeing how learning with technology can spark her creativity and curiosity!