Why Linux is the future of OS? Reasons to Switch
In this article by Ittwist we will learn why Linux is the future of all Operating System. I have used almost all platforms like Microsoft, Apple, Free BSD but I see the potential in Linux as an Operating System which can create wonders in future. Let’s cover all aspects which makes Linux as unique.
Do you know the supercomputer of the world is running Linux. The mars rover is also using Linux. Sounds amazing right?
See some of the other reasons to switch to Linux below:
1. Open Source & Free: You don’t need to worry about licensing part, most of the Linux distributions are open-source and free. If you are using any non-free proprietary operating system, you will not having that freedom.
2. Very Secure: In Linux you have all the protection from the online attacks & viruses. Moreover you can install additional antivirus which can make your Linux super secure and impossible to compromise.
3. Lots of Distributions & Desktop Environment: In Microsoft Windows & Apple Macintosh you have only one standard desktop. Unlike them, In Linux you can choose your layouts. There are tons of Desktop Environments available like — KDE, GNOME, Xfce, Cinnamon etc. Additionally there are huge variety of Distributions like Ubuntu, Debian, etc.
4. Servers: Linux is rapidly growing in the server OS segment, most of the big tech organizations are using Linux on the servers.
5. Dockers: With the increase of containerization of Applications, Linux will experience further growth. Person with Linux knowledge will always have a upper hand.
6. Old Hardware Support: You can run Linux even on the Dual Core Processor even with little RAM. I still have one friend who is using Linux fine on his Pentium 4 Processor & 2GB of RAM.
Like these, there are countless reasons why Linux will rise in future. If you are using Windows then no worries, you can use Windows Subsystem for Linux on top of your windows.
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