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Windows vs. Linux vs. OS X
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tim-from-pa
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That seems to be an older article since he was experimenting with XP. The other OS's came along more since then.
I won't deny that Microsoft seems to have the most versatility regarding software --- simply speaking more stuff works with it. But that's because everyone and their brother kisses up to those where the money lies.
And likewise, I won't deny Linux has its quirks. There's usually something buggy, usually more of an annoyance than a major problem.
That being said, I think it's time I enumerate the reasons I'm so passionate against Microsoft:
1) "Everybody uses it" --- I'm not a sheeple. And when everyone and their brother does it, it opens a BIG door to exploitation, including stealth control. Most people don't care because most would give up their constitutional freedoms in the drop of a hat and" believe what they are told". I don't want to be in that crowd. http://www.christianforums.net/showthread.php?t=40474
2) The cost. While the cost is better than Mac, still one has to dish out even more cost for other software. It depends what one needs to use a computer for. For me, reading emails, forums, web surfing and listening to youtube videos (and maybe some other simple applications) is enough. I don't need something with bells and whistles and then pay for it yet. Thus a free OS like Linux serves me fine. If one's into intense gaming and graphics, then I'd say get a Microsoft computer --- better yet get an x-box.
3) The viruses (and along that line slow-ups, errors, bugs, etc). If a person can deal with the viruses, fine. Then get a Microsoft and I don't want to hear complaining on the average of 4 times a year. But for me, viruses was a MAJOR issue and source of stress. I don't mean major in the sense I got any more than the next person, but major in the sense that this is an important issue with me. And then you know what they tell you to do? SPEND EVEN MORE MONEY for "Good Security" software. Something is fundamentally wrong with that modus operandi and logic --- anyone can see that's not playing with a full deck. (On a side-note here, it was because of the myriads of viruses that Microsoft gets that I opted out of any on-line study because rest assured, the day of the big exam or project the computer would get a virus, and then I'd have to explain it to the professor. I don't mind taking responsibility for my own actions, but I hate when I have to justify myself for another's faults.)
4) Building one's own computer. I like to build my own computers and since the inception of XP it does not allow you to load too many computers which is a combination of issues 1 and 2. For example, I had to change the motherboard on this computer once. But I already had XP installed on the 3 allowable computers. When I went to install MY OWN DISK THAT I BOUGHT WITH MY OWN MONEY, I had to explain to a guy over the phone in India what I was doing. That smacks in the face of privacy rights and their wanting more money (for an OS that is highly prone to the issues of #3). Windows 98 and earlier did not have this problem, and that was my last love-affair with Microsoft in those "good old days".
Let's compare that to Linux:
1) Most people don't use it. That's good in my eyes. They keep their eyes on the source code well.
2) Zero cost--- and yet I can use it well for what I want a computer to do.
3) No viruses, and for that matter, it does not slow up, have as many bugs or do crazy stuff.
4) I can build computers from now until Christ comes, install Linux in as many times as I want, and they even encourage you to give away Linux to others. And no Indian guys, either. Now giving an OS away sounds more Christian to me.
I won't deny that Microsoft seems to have the most versatility regarding software --- simply speaking more stuff works with it. But that's because everyone and their brother kisses up to those where the money lies.
And likewise, I won't deny Linux has its quirks. There's usually something buggy, usually more of an annoyance than a major problem.
That being said, I think it's time I enumerate the reasons I'm so passionate against Microsoft:
1) "Everybody uses it" --- I'm not a sheeple. And when everyone and their brother does it, it opens a BIG door to exploitation, including stealth control. Most people don't care because most would give up their constitutional freedoms in the drop of a hat and" believe what they are told". I don't want to be in that crowd. http://www.christianforums.net/showthread.php?t=40474
2) The cost. While the cost is better than Mac, still one has to dish out even more cost for other software. It depends what one needs to use a computer for. For me, reading emails, forums, web surfing and listening to youtube videos (and maybe some other simple applications) is enough. I don't need something with bells and whistles and then pay for it yet. Thus a free OS like Linux serves me fine. If one's into intense gaming and graphics, then I'd say get a Microsoft computer --- better yet get an x-box.
3) The viruses (and along that line slow-ups, errors, bugs, etc). If a person can deal with the viruses, fine. Then get a Microsoft and I don't want to hear complaining on the average of 4 times a year. But for me, viruses was a MAJOR issue and source of stress. I don't mean major in the sense I got any more than the next person, but major in the sense that this is an important issue with me. And then you know what they tell you to do? SPEND EVEN MORE MONEY for "Good Security" software. Something is fundamentally wrong with that modus operandi and logic --- anyone can see that's not playing with a full deck. (On a side-note here, it was because of the myriads of viruses that Microsoft gets that I opted out of any on-line study because rest assured, the day of the big exam or project the computer would get a virus, and then I'd have to explain it to the professor. I don't mind taking responsibility for my own actions, but I hate when I have to justify myself for another's faults.)
4) Building one's own computer. I like to build my own computers and since the inception of XP it does not allow you to load too many computers which is a combination of issues 1 and 2. For example, I had to change the motherboard on this computer once. But I already had XP installed on the 3 allowable computers. When I went to install MY OWN DISK THAT I BOUGHT WITH MY OWN MONEY, I had to explain to a guy over the phone in India what I was doing. That smacks in the face of privacy rights and their wanting more money (for an OS that is highly prone to the issues of #3). Windows 98 and earlier did not have this problem, and that was my last love-affair with Microsoft in those "good old days".
Let's compare that to Linux:
1) Most people don't use it. That's good in my eyes. They keep their eyes on the source code well.
2) Zero cost--- and yet I can use it well for what I want a computer to do.
3) No viruses, and for that matter, it does not slow up, have as many bugs or do crazy stuff.
4) I can build computers from now until Christ comes, install Linux in as many times as I want, and they even encourage you to give away Linux to others. And no Indian guys, either. Now giving an OS away sounds more Christian to me.
Lewis
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Benchmark Analysis: Windows Versus Linux
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/ubuntu-oneiric-ocelot-benchmark-review,3121-22.html
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/ubuntu-oneiric-ocelot-benchmark-review,3121-22.html
th1b.taylor
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I have not only did a benchmark test mself and found Ubuntu the speed winner but I, like Tim use Ubuntu. I do a lot of photo repair work and Gimp in Ubuntu not only eat PhotoShop alive in practicle usability but it is several hundred dollars cheaper, being free! Having photographer friend that swear by PhotoShop, all have admitted to me that more than a single year of college course is required to learn PhotoShop and one admitted to three years in the course and was still miffed on some uses.
so it is that Ubuntu is quite like operating windoze and Gimp is very intuitive and all the documentation is available on the web if you choose to learn a new technique.
so it is that Ubuntu is quite like operating windoze and Gimp is very intuitive and all the documentation is available on the web if you choose to learn a new technique.
thethinkingrebel
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As someone who has used linux since 07, and has android on his phone. Linux is great, its not as practical as windows, don't expect to do everything you did in XP/7 in ubuntu or mint without a dose of research. But if you can invest time into it you will find it rewarding. Its best on a desktop or slightly older hardware. Its sad but every single computer I used it on in 5 years, there was some sort of bug.
I love linux as well, but nothing like watching a YouTube video fullscreen and the computer crashes. Or doing nothing and great big lines come on the screen and it starts flickering. Or programs force close.
Of course this is my own experience on a dell inspiron 1545, there's millions of different computers so mileage varies. Definitely more secure than windows. Although 7 is wayyy more secure now anyway.
I love linux as well, but nothing like watching a YouTube video fullscreen and the computer crashes. Or doing nothing and great big lines come on the screen and it starts flickering. Or programs force close.
Of course this is my own experience on a dell inspiron 1545, there's millions of different computers so mileage varies. Definitely more secure than windows. Although 7 is wayyy more secure now anyway.
I work in the IT field and I'll say this: After many years of trying all three operating systems, Mac OS X fits me the best. Linux is great, but there is a lot of maintenance and a steep learning curve if you want to do anything beyond "average use". Windows has become way better over the years but it's the most popular OS which leaves you open for malware, viruses and crap software. OS X has the least maintenance and IMO is the most hassle free OS I've ever used.
I do a lot of personal photography and video, so the iLife suite is the easiest software to use. I use Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop but there isn't any difference between Windows and OS X on that.
So now, my entire house is 90% Apple and is pretty much 99% problem/maintenance free. I work all day on this crap (Windows mainly) so that's the last thing I want to do when I get home. I just want my stuff to work with very little setup/maintenance.
TL;DR: If you do more than just web surfing and office apps, just remember that you get what you pay for when you buy a PC. Just my opinion. ;)
I do a lot of personal photography and video, so the iLife suite is the easiest software to use. I use Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop but there isn't any difference between Windows and OS X on that.
So now, my entire house is 90% Apple and is pretty much 99% problem/maintenance free. I work all day on this crap (Windows mainly) so that's the last thing I want to do when I get home. I just want my stuff to work with very little setup/maintenance.
TL;DR: If you do more than just web surfing and office apps, just remember that you get what you pay for when you buy a PC. Just my opinion. ;)