Why is linux inferior to windows?

Question

If I install windows it works. NO problems whatsoever. Try to install linux though, I get a fatal error. IT's definitely not what linux geek have claimed it is.

Answer 1

It is having a problem with installing GRUB (GRand Unified Bootloader).



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Sometimes there are discs with defects. Nothing comes out perfect 100% of the time.



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The iso image on their site is good, however, it may not have down;oaded properly; this is why you generally do a hash check to make sure it is the correct file or fully downloaded properly.



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Yes, Linux is designed for various types of hardware. When they are configured for a particular type of hardware, generally the moduals for other hardware is disabled.



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What hardware issues are you having with Linux? In other words, what is Linux unable to detect?



I have installed Windows many times in the past, and yes, they generally have a cab file with a good deal of drivers; however, I would eventually need to go hunt for the drivers not within the cad file. For me, it was driver hell when it came to windows.



If Linux is inferior, why did MS use it when testing Windows 8? http://www.muktware.com/941/microsoft-using-linux-kernel-windows-8 . Of course, I am sure that they changed that, but it was used simply because Linux has the most hardware suppot out there.





At any rate, like I said earlier, it is having a problem with installing GRUM to the MBR. Upon further research, I have found that ubuntu and ubuntu derivatives seem to have this issue. I know that Fedora is better configured for raid setups. Since you are getting frusterated with Kubuntu, why don't you simple just stick with Windows.

Answer 2

I've installed Linux on many hardware configurations - years ago. Without good driver support and accurate kernel compilation, problems can occur.



Ubuntu and more recent distributions come with drivers for MANY hardware configurations to make installation seamless.



Conversely, long-term, Windows is more prone to slowing down and developing problems due to NTFS volume fragmentation, the Windows Registry becoming bloated or corrupt, and other problems that can't always be fixed.



No platform is perfect. No platform is inferior by default.



Oh, many cell phones and smartphones use Linux or modified versions of Linux source code. And they run very well. I'd put those above anything Windows, Windows Phone, Windows RT, as they all have the Registry and will develop problems over time.

Answer 3

What is the "fatal error" you're getting? Perhaps your Linux CD is damaged or you're installing the wrong version for your hardware?

Answer 4

The problem is you are using kubuntu. Ditch the *buntus. Go for one of the main mature distributions. I prefer Slackware, it works well for the novice and the seasoned pro alike. www.slackware.com



Grub is the boot loader, and it often fails to load for no known reason. It is a kluge. Slackware uses lilo, not grub, and is much more reliable.