Today we want to introduce you to some differences that you will find in Linux with respect to the new Microsoft operating system, Windows 11, and that may give you the push you need to make the change.
Currently and with the advent of Windows 11 As a new operating system from Microsoft, doubts arise as to whether it could really be an option to make the jump to Linux. And it is that, it is likely that the majority of users do not take this OS into account, but Linux is one of the great protagonists for those who develop software.
It is true that many others who have decided to go to linux they will need a couple of weeks to get acquainted, but then everything will be equally easy on both Windows and Linux.
In a nutshell, nowadays it is equally easy to use both Linux and Windows and it’s just a matter of taste and habits to feel more comfortable in one operating system than in another.
Howeverthere are still some things that make more sense in Linux. Linux can be used in numerous (and creative) ways. That’s why we wanted to collect a list of things that Linux does, not necessarily much better than Microsoft with Windows 11, but in a different way. As we say, it depends on your preferences.
Things you can currently only do on Linux and it’s not Windows 11
1. You will always have the operating system for free: As you probably already know, Linux is open source and you can install it for free, unlike windowswhich has a price sometimes quite high.
The creator of Linux developed this OS because I really wanted it to be free for you to use. Therefore, you can select any version of Linux and install it without worrying about spending a penny.
Also, most of the applications that come with Linux, such as LibreOffice, Firefox, GIMP, and many more, are also free, unlike the expensive Microsoft Office subscriptions, which has really led to great success.
2. Linux servers can run forever without a reboot: Rebooting after every system update or software uninstall is quite annoying in Windows. This is usually not the case with Linux, since installations do not require the system to be rebooted at each step.
It is true that there is an exception and Linux needs to be rebooted sometimes, but only after updates to the Linux kernel. With this and in general, the experience is quite smooth and does not require long hours of waiting for a system to reboot and configure itself after an update.
3. Linux can run on almost any hardware: This is one of the big points of comparison with respect to Windows 11 and its big installation problems that we have already discussed on several occasions. And it is that, to tell you that It doesn’t matter if you have a PC from 7 years ago, Linux will revive it and you can use it.
4. You can customize almost any component of the operating system: Again, since Linux is open source, it means that anyone can use, modify, and test its code, allowing you to add custom features and enhancements to your system.
Of course and even if you are not a developer and don’t know how to deal with source code, Linux allows you to customize almost every aspect from the settings. This step is considered quite innovative and is one of the reasons behind its popularity.
Clearly, you can’t do such things on Windows due to the unavailability of the source code. Microsoft prefers to keep Windows closed source.
5. Use the operating system without the need for an antivirus: another advantage of using Linux is that Linux-based systems do not need antivirus software. This is because most viruses and malware target Windows PCs.
The Linux system has a protective layer over the core files of the operating system, which does not allow anyone except the users to access the files. That is why virus attacks on Linux are rare. Therefore, you don’t need to buy or download free versions of antivirus software for your system like you do with Windows.
6. Run Windows software: Yes, if you want to run Windows software on Linux, there is a way, and It’s called Wine. First developed in 1993, it is a software program that allows users to run many Windows applications on Linux.
Unlike running a virtual machine or emulator, Wine focuses on Windows Application Protocol Interface (API) calls and translates them into Portable Operating System Interface (POSIX) calls.
