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Excellent post! What are the primary reasons to switch to linux from windows anyway?

I have been a windows user all my life, but I also feel it is too stiff and easy. Plus I don't trust it at all whatsoever and would like to think different with the technical aspect of it. So maybe I should give Linux a try?

But why? And how?

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For me, it had to do with DRM and freedom, and Microsoft used that in its media player/recorder. I figured that would expand, which I'm glad to say it hasn't (yet). But there were some other reasons I switched to Linux years ago, but forgot most of it. Thankfully, the fact I can customize the system to my liking without it being so hackish and relying on third-party programs is what made want to stick with Linux.

If you want to try and flavor of Linux, you should try them out in a virtual machine. But on "why", you will have to ask yourself why you want to try Linux, and why you would want to ditch Windows. I can only give you reasons I've switched. Most people are happy with Windows 10, and don't mind not having control of their system (the non-power users that is).

I suggest watching Youtube videos from Switched to Linux, Chris Titus Tech, and Novaspirit Tech just to name some.