I am just curious about why so many people is obsessed with Linux and here is the summary of some reasons I found.
1, COST
Usually we either spend $300 for our operating system, or copy them illegally. The price for a Windows license amounts to an average of one fourth of each new computer's price, whereas we can get Linux completely free of charge. Furthermore, the applications and software are also free for Linux.
2,IT WILL NOT GET SLOWER OVER TIME
For Linux , even five years from now, the system will be just as fast and responsive as the day of installation. Besides there are not many viruses, adwares, trojans, worms, etc., which would force user to reinstall anyway. Linux lets you spend more time working, less time reinstalling over and over again.
3, FORGET ABOUT VIRUSES
Of course, a Linux virus is not impossible to get. However, Linux makes it very hard for this to happen, for several reasons: Most people use Microsoft Windows, and pirates want to do as much damage (or control) as possible: therefore, they target Windows. More eyes make fewer security flaws. Linux is Open source software, which means that any programmer in the world can have a look at the code and help out.
4, ONE CLICK TO INSTALL SOFTWARE
With Linux, everything is much simpler. Linux has what is called a "package manager": each piece of software is contained in its own "package". If you need some new software, just open the package manager, type a few keywords, choose which software you want to install and press "Apply" or "OK". Or you can just browse existing software (that's a lot of choice!) in categories.
Actually there are many more advantages of Linux and I guess I am going to switch soon.
Reference:
http://www.brighthub.com/computing/linux/articles/32166.aspx
http://cityblogger.com/archives/2007/01/24/101-reasons-why-linux-is-better-than-windows
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Good one Amy.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the switch to Linux. Let us know how it goes :-)
There are many reasons why Linux is better. But traditionally speaking it is used for web hosting as it's a free-to-use web server. I've tried using a distro called Mandrake Linux long time ago, however gave up because of certain issue. I believe it is a fun OS to play with mainly due to it's command line nature.
ReplyDeleteIt's good to learn about all sorts of technologies and know about their strenght and weakness. It's also important not limit yourself to just a certain platform as you will never know when you might need it. :-D