[adriancs35]

I would go FreeBSD is free to use and very good

[cobaltgroup]

Use debian 11 or 12, maybe with GNOME if you want any desktop cause you're not familliar with shell

[Davidmenk3]

For a non-gaming or hosting server, consider using an OS like Ubuntu or CentOS. They're reliable, secure, and well-suited for various server tasks. Additionally, you can optimize costs by opting for a cheap virtual private server, ensuring efficient performance without breaking the benk.