Linux has an intimidating image, making it seem like it would be
difficult to start using it. But the switch from Windows and Mac is
actually pretty easy, if you can ease yourself into it.
If you’re a Windows user, you have probably slowly evolved from
Windows 95 to XP to Windows 7 and now you are getting ready for Windows
10. This gradual progression has helped you deal with changes in how
Windows is now, and is a major reason that you may think you should stick to Windows. However, if you’re switching to Linux, do yourself a favour and make it gradual, rather than a dramatic shift.
Linux doesn’t have a single look and feel, as there are several
operating systems based on Linux; these are called distributions
(distro). The jury is out on which is the best Linux distro,
but that’s just a technical comparison. The best distro for you is what
matters, and when you are switching, that is usually the distro most
akin to which OS you are coming from. Continue Reading
