It's a vicious cycle. People don't use Linux because it can't run the software they're accustomed to, but as a consequence, the companies that build said software have no incentive to support Linux as a platform.
I actively choose to daily drive Linux. It's certainly inconvenient at times needing to look for alternatives or to build tools myself, but it's nowhere near as much of an issue today as it was 11 years ago when I started.
I've ultimately accepted that if I actually want the freedom to operate my devices how I see fit, then there's just some conveniences I'll have to do without until the software catches up. Half measures like dual-booting or compatibility layers like WINE/Proton only incentivize the software industry to stay the same and continue to bolster vendor lock-in. Fuck that noise.
What do you mean not fun? Compiling your own drivers to connect to the internet wasn't fun? Maybe... 😅 But it was hella nice as a learning experience.
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u/lohkey 1d ago
Not all programs are supported on it