Windows vs Linux –Why to use both OS
Want to show you some difference between windows and Linux.
Although comparing both OS’s wouldn’t be a good idea. But a rough comparison is
given below for the interest of general public. If you are a window enthusiast
I will advise you to have a look at the feature of Linux and vice versa.
Price:
Linux is free and hundreds of distributions are available for
free downloads. It’s up to you if you use it or not. However window is costly and
its price is $99 to $199.it is free if you are a student.
Ease of use
The popularity of window is due to ease of use as compared
to Linux. However some Linux distributions like Ubuntu and Linux mint are user friendly
and migration from window to Linux will be welcoming.
Reliability
When it comes to reliability Linux is best and window can’t
compete with Linux .it is super secured and with better process managements.
Software
However you can find any type of software for both window
and Linux. But Linux has less number of commercial software and windows have
more paid software’s. However both have good number of free and paid software. But
Linux has little bit more free software.
Software cost
All software for windows are not free and some are very
costly like adobe products and simulation software’s. However most of the
software for Linux is free.
Hardware
Windows is not good for old hardware and you will find
problem and issues running windows on old hardware. Also most hardware
developer tends to provide drivers for windows and Linux is waiting for
enthusiast to create driver for their Linux distribution.
Security
Linux is far more secure than windows. User who needs reliability
and security prefer Linux over windows. Most of the Trojan and malware are
created for windows as compared to Linux. Linux is more secure because source
code is free and it is easy for developers to speculate bugs and fix it in no
time.
Support
There are hundreds and thousands of support forums are available
for both Os. But most of the windows support is paid and easily available as compared
to Linux. Linux online forums are best and cheap source of helping and support.
User case
Users tend to use windows for most of the time because it is
easy to use. However scientist and other professional would love to use Linux because
you can achieve more in fewer budgets and less time.
Conclusion
Both operating systems are worth trying. We can’t compare
both OS. Both are best for the job. It is totally your personal choice what to
use and what to not use.it is all up to your need and requirements. However Linux
is economical to use and on the other hand window is easy for newbies.
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