@Gabor,

Thank you for sharing your experience!

It’s great to hear how you learned Linux on your own. Your switch from Windows to different Linux distributions shows that Linux is accessible and reliable for everyone.

Your story proves that Linux isn’t just for experts or beginners, but for anyone willing to learn.

I’m just an average computer user, but I’ve always been interested in the world, including what happens on my computer. Even when I used Windows, I was interested in how it worked and tried to understand its intricacies.

I’ve been using Linux for years now because I had enough of Microsoft’s – let’s say – problematic, dangerous, and unreliable operating system (which is itself spyware), impossible to secure, and reliant on ineffective anti-virus software for protection.

Initially, I was afraid of Linux due to the many negative reviews I had read on the Internet. However, after switching, I was surprised at how quick and easy it was to learn to use my first Linux system, Ubuntu. I was also surprised that it was more stable, reliable, and superior to Windows.

Almost everything can be done under Linux, even if not with the software you are used to. Since then, I’ve used Fedora Workstation, GhostBSD, and I’m currently running Fedora Silverblue.

I’ve been more satisfied with all of them than with Windows. Sure, Linux and BSD are not the most user-friendly operating systems, and their developers and users struggle with their human flaws just like everyone else, but they have one thing in common: they are all willing and love to learn and think.

I use all three main PC systems: Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Mac is good, mostly visually, but you must take it “as it is.” For some, it is enough… but not for me. I want choice.

Windows, especially 11, is such a pain in the a–. It is hard to say, but Windows 2000 was the last usable Windows system (okay, I admit, XP and 7 also were not so bad…).

Linux is good, but it is really for those who are aware of what they’re doing. There is plenty of choice. If you have an idea of what your system should do, better for you. But if you want just “something,” you better stay with Windows.

Besides, ALL Microsoft OSs from MS-DOS 1.0 to the latest Win 11 have been designed to hoover up any and all user data.”

@Andy,

Agreed, Linux has its persistent issues, especially with reboot, shutdown, and suspend. It’s frustrating to see these problems persist over time. While some claim flawless experiences, many still face challenges, and the fixes often involve a trial-and-error approach with hardware updates.