Have you ever wanted to switch to Linux but were too afraid? Here are some of the myths that stopped you and the real truth behind them.
Hard to install
This is one of the most popular myths about Linux which exists mostly
because a lot of people don’t even have to bother installing operating
systems – they come preinstalled. However, you have to download Linux.
There is, of curse, an option on the market for Linux as well but it’s
not as popular and it’s only available if you want a new machine
anyways.
But if you already have a machine and all you need is an operating
system, the best thing to do would be to test which distribution you are
interested in and see it through Live CD or Live USB. Once you like one
of them, you can install it in a way that would allow both Windows or
Linux to your laptop or you can replace WIndows completely.
No matter what you choose, the fact is that the download process is simple and especially for Ubuntu, Fedora, Linux Mint and openSUSE.
Most of them also include a step-by-step install wizard and dimple
graphical tools. Full installation shouldn’t take longer than half an
hour, apps included.
Not Compatible
This is another common myth that people often use when arguing against Linux. However, there are in fact only few examples of software and hardware on the market that are not compatible with Linux. It was designed to allow older hardware so you don’t have to get the latest ones either, which is good. Particularly in Ubuntu, you can easily use most of the peripherals and software.