Linux vs Windows vs Mac??? Which do you prefer and why?

Question

Linux vs Windows vs Mac??? Which do you prefer and why?

Answer 1

I prefer Ubuntu Linux over all, and Linux Mint next.

I have used Windows since day one. It was a giant leap forward many years ago, but nowadays is just too problematic. Mac i have not used in a long while.

I believe Linux has passed Mac up as far as desktop use.

The real problem in comparing these 3 OS's is difficult because most of the software that people want to use is written for Windows OS. And the only reason for that is that is what most computers come with already loaded. Linux is a much better OS, and few seem to be finding that out. I think its just a matter of time before Linux takes over and Windows winds up where Mac is- on the bottom.

If all the software available would run on all OS's, few would choose Windows, and probably fewer would choose Mac.

Most people who give Linux an honest try- stay with it.

I tried it 2 years ago, and never looked back. I have never had to use code or type in a terminal command in Linux- its all been point and click for me.

Answer 2

Overall a Linux based platform can perform most of the tasks equally as well as a Windows based platform using the likes of Ubuntu and its derivative distros. However Linux does have its limitations with some applications and in particular gaming. For example alongside Linux Mint I retain a partition with XP on to run specific applications

http://apcmag.com/how_to_dual_boot_windows_xp_and_linux_xp_installed_first.htm



I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 9 LTS and Linux Mint 10 Main Edition which are built upon Ubuntu 10.04 LTS and Ubuntu 10.10 they are easy to install and easy to use plus they come with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled



Installing Linux as a dual-boot with Windows without partitioning

http://psychocats.net/ubuntu/wubi



Linux Mint has a similar installer called mint4win (mint4win works the same as the Ubuntu Windows installer so the instructions outlined above are almost identical)



You keep Windows as it is, mint4win only adds an extra option to boot into Linux Mint. mint4win does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.



mint4win keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.



Boot in to windows insert the Linux Mint LiveCD and you will offered the option of installing inside windows which is where the mint4win installer comes in, you will be asked how many gigabytes you wish to allocate to Linux Mint (I recommend 8gb) then you set a password for your installation then click install and thats it.



Once Linux Mint is fully installed upon starting your PC you will be given a choice of which operating system you want to use Windows or Linux Mint



Linux Mint 9 LTS Download

http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=52



Linux Mint 10 Download

http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=67



Linux Mint 9 LTS User Guide

http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_isadora.php



Linux Mint 10 User Guide

http://linuxmint.com/rel_julia.php



Linux Mint 9 LTS and Linux Mint 10 as with Ubuntu 10.10 can also be run straight from the LiveCD from Boot without touching your Hard Drive



As for MAC unless you are in to Graphic Designing it is hard to justify the expense.







LUg.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Typing this on my brand new 17" MacBook Pro QUAD CORE BEAST, anti-glare screen naturally. :)



Jesus, Mary, and all the rest, this IS ONE SWEET MACHINE!!!



Yea it set me back a small fortune, but man is it worth it! :)





I use all three major operating systems and I'll sum up in short order.





1: Windows = Stockholm Syndrome



2: Linux = Tweak fest



3: OS X = PARTY HARDY!!! (plus all the above with virtual machine software)

Answer 5

For me... I prefer Ubuntu. You can do every day tasks with a standard Ubuntu with ease, no attack of viruses, no Blue Screen of death, no cost of licensing - overall a lot of advantages for the general users.



Well I can help you in different way. Just go to the specific forums for specific OSs and asked there why the people love that OS?



Suppose go to Ubuntu Forum (http://ubuntuforums.org/) and ask the ubuntu users why the like/love/use Ubuntu? And do the same thing for MS Windows and MacOS. Thus you'll get the reasons from different user base and you'll have lots of information about each of the OS...

Answer 6

We live in modern times. Why think small? You can have all three and then some. Have you ever tried Oracle VM VirtualBox 4.0?



The information below is from their site:



Oracle VM VirtualBox enables desktop or laptop computers to simultaneously run multiple operating systems, allowing users to get the most flexibility and utilization out of their PCs. Supporting an extensive range of host and guest operating systems, the popularity of Oracle VM VirtualBox is evidenced by its more than 26 million downloads.



Oracle VM VirtualBox provides high performance, support for a large number of virtual appliances available in the OVF format, multi-platform application development and testing, 2D/3D graphics acceleration, and cutting-edge features—including the ability to teleport a running virtual machine between hosts. Available as open source, Oracle VM VirtualBox boasts of a large, vibrant user community.



- Multiple operating systems on one desktop



- Cross-platform guests and hosts including Windows, Linux, and Oracle Solaris, and Mac OS X as a host



- Teleportation of running virtual machines between hosts without interruption



- High performance



- Support for massive workloads of up to 32 virtual CPUs



- OVF format support



http://www.virtualbox.org/



http://www.oracle.com/us/technologies/vi…

Answer 7

I have not used Linux. I have used Windows and currently using Mac. This response pertains to operating platforms only



Personal experience with Windows was much more negative than my current experience with Macs. With Windows I was constantly concerned about malware, spyware, viruses (even with protection) and encounter system errors from messages to BOD. The degree of maintenance to try and keep the os stable, not to mention some various maintenance software was simply put, was excessive.



When I decided to go to Mac my final decision was based upon the above experience along with display factors preferred for personal use. What I have learned regarding using Macs (iMac and MacBook Pro)

1) Mac os certainly is not like working in a Windows platform and takes time to learn and feel comfortable with.

2) Some 3rd party software though designed for Macs introduces instability to the OS (I had to do 2 reinstalls of the OS due to this.)

3) I learned the best way to deal with 3rd party issue was to install Apple's staff recommendations found at Apple's website.

4) Applying the above to my then experience of one year, I have not encountered system instability.

5) Time machine is a blessing. My 2 reinstalls took less then an hour to get my system up and running.



I use my systems primarily for research on the web, my photography, and communication. I think if I was a heavy gamer though I might have problems. To give Apple credit, I do see them as addressing issues regarding gaming and am hopeful that soon Macs will be perceived as gaming machines.

I hope their use for engineering, design and photography is not down graded in the process.

Answer 8

My opinion will be based on workflow.



OsX vs Win: I like window's workflow...the classic XP workflow to be more precise. You can do everything without touching the mouse, the shortcuts are simple and intuitive, when you click something it happens right away, not after some cheap animation or rainbow circle. It feels like the computer says "ay ay sir" and obeys as quickly as it can...while with a Mac, even when you turn off everything, there's a slight delay in action that make it confusing..."did I press it? did it understand? should I press it again?". I don't have time to second guess myself and I hate eye candy when working with a computer. I want everything to happen right away, If I need to launch a program, I don't want to stare at the desktop and double-click an icon...my mouse is too far away, I press Win+R for run and type my program's name in it so I can access everything I want (win7 is even simpler)....this is for theses applications I could not fit on my custom shortcuts.. (ex: ctrl+shift+alt+c = calculator)...as for the interface in general....I hate the fact that you can't maximize windows completely...it does not give you control like pressing "alt+space" in windows ...alt+space+n or alt+space+x will either minimize or maximize my window...in OsX, you have to drag the corner until it's more or less full screen...It's not useful and when speed is important, I can't trust a Mac even though I've used them for more than 10 years!



ps: there too many different possibilities with Linux for me to talk about it here, but some distribution rocks! It's just too bad I don't really need them!



oh and I don't hate Apple, just the way they make everything so simple that once you are good at it, you can't really step it up! Apple makes nice machines for simple users. I like the experience, but in my mind a work computer will always be a PC-win or linux!

Answer 9

Linux >> Rocks

Windows >>> Sucks

Answer 10

what you like depends on whats your needs are say for example

windows is very good for a basic user or say people who like to run different type of software's because its not only easy to use but user friendly but it has its safety and stability issues and it kill the computer, reduces the life of hardware components as processor, it costs a lot but also its market friendly so its good but when we talk about Linux i find it better

most of the Linux are designed for specific works it has absolute safety (i don't understand why people get viruses i never have any big problems with them just be cautious while downloading)

i have used linux and still using it for my purpose and i find it better than windows its faster its free and safe

i am a hardcore gamer so you would think why i like linux, because you can always have 2 or more computers

leave one for web and work other for hobby.I have till now never had any problem with linux, my dad uses a linux specially designed for his work purpose isn't it that great you can't do that with windows

as for mac it sucks looks great,hardware looks awesome but mac systems are hard to upgrade its like buying Package that says that it will be either always or never it means if it full-fill your purpose than its great but if not than its a crap, lot of compatibility issues neither as safe as linux,its like a power full beautiful machine loaded with everything that can only work as a Calculator

Answer 11

Here is a trick .

If any one said which Is better Windows or ....

You say Windows.

_______________

It's not just me but 95% of all computers in the world

Linux 1%

Mac 4%

________

you can google it to ensure the right ratio

Answer 12

DEFINATLY WINDOWS!!! (windows 7 to be precise)!!! just look at it: Windows has tons and tons of more software for it!!! it is really easy to work with, and looks great too!!! in my opinion, u can do far more with windows than with mac!!!!!