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Why People Keep Flocking to Linux in 2025 (and It’s Not Just to Escape Windows)
Linux desktop market share grew from 1.5% (2020) to above 5% (2025), driven by distrust in Windows, especially after users’ dissatisfaction with Microsoft’s support approaches. Many Windows users, facing hardware restrictions and privacy concerns, are switching to Linux, with Zorin OS reporting 78% of its recent downloads from Windows users. Overall, when including Android and ChromeOS, Linux could claim a dominant position in end-user operating systems, surpassing Windows. Drivers for this trend include simplified usability, improved gaming support, and privacy concerns.
I Ditched Linux for Windows 11 for One Week
User’s experience switching from Linux to Windows 11 revealed numerous issues: difficulty creating a local account, incompatibility with Google Passkeys, frustrations with an email client, persistent natural scrolling settings, intrusive ads, and excessive resource usage. Ultimately, the week-long trial underscored a preference for Linux’s control and efficiency.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/i-ditched-linux-for-windows-11-for-one-week-and-found-9-big-problems/