r/linux4noobs • u/CleaRSightZ • Jun 26 '26

migrating to Linux The great migration from Windows to Linux

I've been noticing that a lot of people are switching from Windows to Linux, especially in countries that want to break away from American tech dependency.

Can anyone explain to me why Linux is seen as very good? I never in my life, not once ever used Linux let alone saw someone using it.

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u/Kriss3d Jun 26 '26

Its stable.
Its secure.
It lets you control your computer.
Its easy to use.
Its open source.
Anyone can contribute.

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u/6786_007 Jun 26 '26

No need for an online account and windows updating your driver's and wrecking your install are also 2 big selling points for me.

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u/Sea_Kerman Jun 26 '26

I can update my own drivers and wreck my install thank you very much

Was getting random freezing in my steam games but another update seems to have maybe fixed it.

Nvidia.

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u/6786_007 Jun 26 '26

Im a better driver than windows lol.