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Is linux better than xp?

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Old 03-22-2009
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Is linux better than xp?

ive heard a lot about linux over the years and a lot of people recommend it. however ive also heard that it is not as user friendly nor is it compatible with a lot of programs. has any of that changed? is it worth switching for the security? where can i find out more about linux? thanks to anyone who can help.
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Old 03-22-2009
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I answered you on your 7th thread (in one day) here: [url]http://www.techspot.com/vb/showthread.php?p=735981#post735981[/url]
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Old 03-23-2009
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thank you

again kimsland thank you for your patience and advice.
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Old 03-23-2009
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Linux is not better or worse than XP (I suspect you presently have XP?)

Linux is a totally separate OS, just like Macintosh

It depends upon things like:
Cost and support
Security and application
Hardware and software compatibility
Even Network and usability

There are so many specific differences that we could be here all day discussing (which we won't be )
Generally with standalone systems in comes down to making the right [B]choice[/B]

ie Linux is better if you want to do such things as File Sharing (as an example) because Linux is not as susceptible to Malware, as Windows is

But Windows is better for compatibility with Media player (which many users strangely use), but in actual fact thousands of programs

So not much of an answer, but more things to think of, but when it comes down to it "Linux is not better or worse than XP" It's just [B]different[/B]
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Old 03-23-2009
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okay

thanks kimsland you are very helpful.
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