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[–] vegantomato@lemmy.world 27 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (13 children)

There are issues that simply cannot be resolved without switching away from Windows. For example inefficient drivers, old hardware, telemetry and privacy issues in general. I've several times seen how Linux can bring new life to old computers, make the PC cooler, and the fans spin less or not at all under low workloads.

The primary instances where wouldn't recommend Linux is when the person is:

  • Using DRM-heavy games that (on purpose) refuse to run on Wine/Proton.
  • Using Windows-only proprietary software or drivers.
  • Isn't ready to learn a new system (e.g. an older or disabled person).

If these issues don't exist, I think Linux can bring benefit to a Windows user. If they are not ready to do a complete switch, they can dual-boot and try it out.

[–] Rengoku@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (11 children)

Thing is, linux is not suitable for general crowd.

How do you play Diablo 4 on Linux again? 4K while we're at it?

[–] Gork@sopuli.xyz 5 points 1 year ago (3 children)

My parents have a hard time clicking a download button and double clicking to install.

There's no way I can get them to apt-get anything from a command shell.

[–] Alkuam@lemmy.fmhy.ml 2 points 1 year ago

How messed up is it that the touchscreen generation is having the same problem.

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