Why do more people not use Linux?

Reasons include too many distributions, differences with Windows, lack of support for hardware, “lack” of perceived support, lack of commercial support, licensing issues, and lack of software – or too much software. Some of these reasons can be seen as good things or as erroneous perceptions, but they do exist.

Why did Linux fail?

Linux has been criticized for a number of reasons, including lack of user-friendliness and having a steep learning curve, being inadequate for desktop use, lacking support for some hardware, having a relatively small games library, lacking native versions of widely used applications.

Is Linux a nerdy?

Short answer: Linux proper has almost nothing to do with it. It’s that most non-geek software (medical, industrial control, graphics, CAD, ERP, SCADA and so on) is closed source, for various reasons.

Can a kid use Linux?

LinuxConsole is a lightweight, easy to use, yet powerful Linux operating system for children and kids that supports many languages and is based on Ubuntu Linux. Because of its lightweight desktop, it is possible to use it on old computers.

Why do people love Linux so much?

The Linux terminal is superior to use over Window’s command line for developers. Also, a lot of programmers point out that the package manager on Linux helps them get things done easily. Interestingly, the ability of bash scripting is also one of the most compelling reasons why programmers prefer using Linux OS.

Is desktop Linux dead?

Al Gillen, the program vice president for servers and system software at IDC, says the Linux OS as a computing platform for end users is at least comatose – and probably dead. Yes, it has reemerged on Android and other devices, but it has gone almost completely silent as a competitor to Windows for mass deployment.

Why do nerds love Linux?

In life, there are many reasons for a person to embrace a new idea or way of life. ​2) Another reason we use Linux is the time we can invest to learn IT. One day you learn four terminal commands, another day you learn how to access the disk, in another, you learn how to kill a process, etc.