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Linux vs MacOS vs Windows #73

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King-of-Infinite-Space commented 3 years ago

Here are lists of 10 ways X is better (X = Linux, MacOS, Windows) compiled from Linus Tech Tips videos (links below). Opinons in those videos were collected from LTT community.

10 ways Linux is better

  1. Free. Free of charge. Freedom to customize.
  2. Package managers. Easy software installation and update.
  3. Performance. Remove redundant services. Great for lower spec devices.
  4. Stability. Stable kernel. Open source drivers (most of them).
  5. Transparency. See through the code and processes.
  6. Customization. Change everything from the surface to the core.
  7. Terminal. Does what you command, efficiently.
  8. Portability. Runs on USB drive. Easy to transfer user settings.
  9. Learning. Endless space to explore.
  10. Community. Get help and help others.

10 ways MacOS is better

  1. Ecosystem. Seamless experience between computer, phone and watch. Text and call from any device. Easy-to-use peripherals.
  2. Navigation & Organization. Mission control. Trackpad.
  3. Spotlight. Finds anything you are looking for.
  4. Ready to run. Core softwares included.
  5. Boot Camp. Turns into Windows or Linux machine.
  6. It just works. (Mainly for developers.) UNIX-based. Xcode.
  7. Exclusives. Some professional softwares available at no other places.
  8. Accessories. Decorations and extensions that fit.
  9. More expensive. You buy the product that doesn't sell you.
  10. Reliability. (Caution: this is debatable.) Time machine. Restore previous versions.

10 ways Windows is better

  1. Gaming. Play new and old games. Connect fancy peripherals.
  2. It just works. Intuitive and familiar experience. Drivers automatically installed.
  3. Customization. Modify the look, functionality, and registry.
  4. Toolbox. Task manager, resource monitor, task scheduler, PowerToys, etc.
  5. Support base. You are one of the many.
  6. Productivity. Gets the work done. Good software and hardware support. Keyboard shortcuts.
  7. OS unity. 7, 8, 10... Not too different after all.
  8. Taskbar & File Explorer. You take them for granted because they work.
  9. Reliability. Does not turn blue. Does not crash.
  10. Compatibility. Re-live the good old days.

References 10 ways Linux is just better! - Linus Tech Tips - YouTube (2020/2/24) 10 Ways Mac OS is just BETTER - Linus Tech Tips - YouTube (2019/8/3) 10 ways Windows is just BETTER - Linus Tech Tips - YouTube (2019/9/19)

Note L, M, W appeared in alphabetical order. It's worth mentioning that Chrome OS is another important player and is gaining market share in recent years.


My perspective

I don't know why I'm writing this post. I just came across the videos and decided to list them. I guess I am thinking about a change after getting annoyed with my weak MacBook that runs slow and hot.

I have a Windows desktop primarily for gaming and a MacBook for work. I got the MacBook 2 years ago because my workplace provided it. The only alternative was a Lenovo machine which was more powerful but looked a bit dull. I never used MacOS extensively before, so decided to taste the apple.

Granted, there are some nice applications, but as is always the case with Apple, you have to use the device in Apple's way. Certain things that could have been done straightforwardly either require extra workaround, or even are outright impossible. I can tolerate flaws if the product is well-designed, but I just can't stand (or understand) the fact that such an omnipotent company is almost deliberately causing you trouble. In general, I find this Apple Inc. arrogant and pretentious. So it's unlikely that I'll purchase an Apple product in the near future.

For my next working machine, I'll probably try Linux. But this depends on whether I get a regular laptop or a 2-in-1. In the latter case, maybe Windows Subsystem for Linux? Or perhaps I don't even need a laptop anymore -- what about Linux on Android?

PS: As I was writing the list, the lines started to sound like skills and their descriptions in Disco Elysium. That thing really is infectious.