Over the decades, I've used or tested just about every Linux distribution available, and this one has stood above all else.
There are some other benefits to using an OS within a VM, like having a virtual drive that grows and shrinks based on what you need. If I need a bit more oomph, I can reconfigure my VM with more RAM ...
Ubuntu Linux has formed a large part of my Linux journey, and I think it is the best Linux for all levels of users.