Top 10 Responses to Why Should I Use Linux?

^^ everyone isnt alert/savvy enough , i have seen many people who have just started using windows get their pc's infected in a few days

they even open things like happy birthday.exe , wallpaper.exe etc

I would have shifted to Linux if it had a good media center like MCE on windows.

^i would have shifted to linux if the commands did like what they sounded...i hope u get the drift..lol

Some very valid points there. One more thing they could have added is that linux does not need drivers for most inbuilt hardware like sound/ethernet. Graphics drivers are also a snap to install now a days thanks to restricted driver manager in many distros.

But to me, the single BEST feature in linux that windows sucks at is apt-get. A single click, and you can update ALL the software on your system, without a problem. That is almost impossible on windows.

LinuxMCE Linux MCE is an alternative to the media center.

Checkout the screenshots here.. Screenshots - LinuxMCE wiki

Do checkout the video demonstration as well. Its an addon for the kubuntu distro.


2.Geexbox is a standalone bootable media center.

GeeXboX HomePage

Hope you like them.

Commands commands comnnads./. Can't you guys come with any valid points except commands and game..s I am tired of posting this link

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Few points :---

1. The most stable OS in Desktop as well as in Server platform..
2. Freedom of choice. You can choose in any of the best distro out there..
3. Varierty of desktop manager .. supporting light systems to monster pc.
4. Highly customizable .. Whether it is KDE or Gnome or XFCE or Flux.. you can customize your OS as the way you want..
5. Data security.. No viruses and other jerks ..
6. Hacker cannot hack the core of Linux based computers while its not a big deal when it comes to windows..

MCE users check this | Mythbuntu too.

I don't wanna brag tooo much it won't end .. Will post after reading the comments posted

Peas Ds

Why does this age old discussion always some up. Let ppl use what they are comfortable with instead of forcing your opinion on them.

No OS is "better" or "best". It is all perception. What one might be comfortable with, not necessarily other might also like.

Totally Valid Point there , use whatever u r comfortable with

Yes there are thousands such cases in India already !! But does the common janta know??

Common people are using Windows which is pirated and they think its genuine
But who has the time to go and sue the re-seller companies as long as no one accuses you of using pirated version. MS dont even have the clout to kill the road-side sellers of windows, forget fining individuals at home.
All MS can do is keep advertising !!

Even if just the offices and school/colleges buy their software, and few individuals, its coool for them.
They will never take steps to fine individuals

But in future, if more than 60-70% people buy original MS, then they might change policies.
But MS wont do that since it will force people to atleast check the OS Menu...which is injurious to health of MS...

Just waiting for Heron to come out, i'll convert to linux for sure.

Thats a good list.

I dont need all those reasons to use Linux; its only one reason its FREE, I dont need to buy Windows now or use a Pirated one.

Yea, Its the most valid point.

you should try mythbuntu.

Its interface desing was ripped off by MS

so its very Windows like.
| Mythbuntu

Yeah but it doesnt seems to look as good as Win MCE

Well if present setup works for you & you are happy, then i do not reccomend a change.

Stick to XP MCE