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why do you think linux is better than windows?
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I like the way Linux handles updates. I like the way it handles privacy (opt-in instead of opt-out) I like the fact that I'm never forced to do anything (going to windows 11, keeping bloat software, updates) I like that it is light and quick. I like to be able to choose a desktop environment and distro. I like that it is open-source and I don't want to use US big tech corpo. I like that it does not try to sell me anything.
I don't like not being able to play some games and printer setup.