I have spent many hours researching and watching videos why Linux users are using Linux instead of Windows. I am just getting started so I don't know if any of this is true but here we go.
Advantages of Linux
- Open Source - Free.
- Not forced to get new hardware as is the case for some Windows 10 users being forced to upgrade to Windows 11.
- Performance
- The GUI is responsive.
- No heavy background telemetry or forced services.
- Does not slow down over time. On Windows, older hardware slows down noticeably over time.
- Lower system overhead. Linux can run on older hardware.
- Stability
- The Kernel of the operating system is stable. There are no blue screens like on Windows.
- LTS (Long Term Support) versions are stable and are supported for years.
- Servers can run for years without rebooting.
- User Interface Customization
- There is a choice of desktop environments including: GNOME, KDE, Xfce, Budgy, LXDE, LXQT, MATE, and Cinnamon.
- You can have a Windows 11 style layout, Windows 10 style layout, Windows 7 style layout, MacOS layout and more.
- You can customize icons, fonts, and more.
- Privacy
- No tracking. Even if you turn off tracking in Windows, it still collects some data.
- Security
- By default, users cannot make system changes.
- Less malware is targeted toward Linux
- Full control over updates. You are no longer forced to update your operating system at an inconvenient time. You can update automatically or manually. You can block certain things from being updated.
- Application package management is built in like an App Store.
- You can boot the operating system from a USB Flash Drive or External Hard Drive
- No Vendor Lock-In
- No forced accounts, subscriptions, or cloud dependency.
- You own the system, not the other way around.
- No Advertisements
Disadvantages of Linux
- Less applications than Windows.
- Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD are simply not available for Linux.
- While most steam games work. Some games do not work: League of Legends, Valorant, Call of Duty, Battlefield, Destiny 2, Fortnite. See: https://www.protondb.com/ for compatibility. Also see: https://areweanticheatyet.com/
- Hardware Incompatibility
- Some hardware is not compatible: mice, printers, scanners, webcams, high end gaming peripherals.
- You will need to research Linux compatibility first.
- Learning Curve
- Learning something new
- Fear of installation woes
- Terminal use is often necessary.
- Troubleshooting may involve logs, configs, and forums.
- Not as "click-everything" friendly for beginners.
- Smaller Commercial Support
- Less official vendor support compared to Windows in business settings.
- Great community help.
Desktop Market Share
Linux is growing in popularity. But why does it only have 4% share if it is supposedly better?
- Lack of public exposure.
- Lack of applications. Less commercially viable to produce applications.
- Fear of something new
- Fear of the command line
Here is the current market share:
Video Resources
I watched all these videos so you didn't have to.
Top 7 Things Linux Does Better than Windows
I Tried Switching to Linux
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d7SzX0SK24
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d7SzX0SK24
I Switched to Linux for 30 Days
5 Reasons Linux Makes Your PC Awesome
Why Linux is Better Than Windows 11
Five Things Linux Does Better Than Windows
Linux Just KILLED Windows: "All Reasons Proven in 5 Minutes"
Should You Switch To Linux?
Why Linux users are Laughing at Windows Right Now : Covered in 4 Minutes
I’ve Had Enough of Windows - Switching to Linux
10 Things Linux Users Never Say #Shorts
Linux Will Work For You. Time to Dump Windows 10. And Don't Bother with Windows 11
I Used Linux for 8 Years: Here's What They Don't Tell You
Things To Know Before Switching To Linux
5 Reasons to FORGET Linux Today
