Summary

  • While most in the IT industry believe that Linux is the natural replacement for Windows, for the average user it can prove problematic as it involves a steep learning curve and often lacks the compatibility that users need for their everyday workflows.
  • For the writer, it is macOS that has become the natural successor to Windows, as it offers an ideal combination of app support for industry-standard software, whilst also offering a more seamless user experience, something which is vital for those who are not technically minded.
  • While the article concedes that gaming on macOS is limited when compared to gaming on Linux, it highlights that for everyday users, this is not such a critical issue, and in terms of usability, macOS more than makes up for it.
  • The one area in which Linux still excels above all operating systems is in terms of freedom, which is a concept that is important to technically proficient users but is less important to the broader user base.

By Raghav Sethi

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