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Linux vs Mac: 7 Reasons Why Linux is a Better Choice than Mac
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Recently, we highlighted a few points about [why Linux is better than Windows][1]. Unquestionably, Linux is a superior platform. But, like other operating systems it has its drawbacks as well. For a very particular set of tasks (such as Gaming), Windows OS might prove to be better. And, likewise, for another set of tasks (such as video editing), a Mac-powered system might come in handy. It all trickles down to your preference and what you would like to do with your system. So, in this article, we will highlight a number of reasons why Linux is better than Mac.
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If you’re already using a Mac or planning to get one, we recommend you to thoroughly analyze the reasons and decide whether you want to switch/keep using Linux or continue using Mac.
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### 7 Reasons Why Linux is Better Than Mac
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![Linux vs Mac: Why Linux is a Better Choice][2]
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Both Linux and macOS are Unix-like OS and give access to Unix commands, BASH and other shells. Both of them have fewer applications and games than Windows. But the similarity ends here.
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Graphic designers and video editors swear by macOS whereas Linux is a favorite of developers, sysadmins and devops.
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So the question is should you use Linux over Mac? If yes, why? Let me give you some practical and some ideological reasons why Linux is better than Mac.
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#### 1\. Price
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Let’s suppose, you use the system only to browse stuff, watch movies, download photos, write a document, create a spreadsheet, and other similar stuff. And, in addition to those activities, you want to have a secure operating system.
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In that case, you could choose to spend a couple of hundred bucks for a system to get things done. Or do you think spending more for a MacBook is a good idea? Well, you are the judge.
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So, it really depends on what you prefer. Whether you want to spend on a Mac-powered system or get a budget laptop/PC and install any Linux distro for free. Personally, I’ll be happy with a Linux system except for editing videos and music production. In that case, Final Cut Pro (for video editing) and Logic Pro X (for music production) will be my preference.
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#### 2\. Hardware Choices
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Linux is free. You can install it on computers with any configuration. No matter how powerful/old your system is, Linux will work. [Even if you have an 8-year old PC laying around, you can have Linux installed and expect it to run smoothly by selecting the right distro][5].
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But, Mac is as an Apple-exclusive. If you want to assemble a PC or get a budget laptop (with DOS) and expect to install Mac OS, it’s almost impossible. Mac comes baked in with the system Apple manufactures.
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There are [ways to install macOS on non Apple devices][6]. However, the kind of expertise and troubles it requires, it makes you question whether it’s worth the effort.
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You will have a wide range of hardware choices when you go with Linux but a minimal set of configurations when it comes to Mac OS.
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#### 3\. Security
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A lot of people are all praises for iOS and Mac for being a secure platform. Well, yes, it is secure in a way (maybe more secure than Windows OS), but probably not as secure as Linux.
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I am not bluffing. There are malware and adware targeting macOS and the [number is growing every day][8]. I have seen not-so-techie users struggling with their slow mac. A quick investigation revealed that a [browser hijacking malware][9] was the culprit.
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There are no 100% secure operating systems and Linux is not an exception. There are vulnerabilities in the Linux world as well but they are duly patched by the timely updates provided by Linux distributions.
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Thankfully, we don’t have auto-running viruses or browser hijacking malwares in Linux world so far. And that’s one more reason why you should use Linux instead of a Mac.
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#### 4\. Customization & Flexibility
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You don’t like something? Customize it or remove it. End of the story.
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For example, if you do not like the [Gnome desktop environment][11] on Ubuntu 18.04.1, you might as well change it to [KDE Plasma][11]. You can also try some of the [Gnome extensions][12] to enhance your desktop experience. You won’t find this level of freedom and customization on Mac OS.
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Besides, you can even modify the source code of your OS to add/remove something (which requires necessary technical knowledge) and create your own custom OS. Can you do that on Mac OS?
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Moreover, you get an array of Linux distributions to choose from as per your needs. For instance, if you need to mimic the workflow on Mac OS, [Elementary OS][13] would help. Do you want to have a lightweight Linux distribution installed on your old PC? We’ve got you covered in our list of [lightweight Linux distros][5]. Mac OS lacks this kind of flexibility.
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#### 5\. Using Linux helps your professional career [For IT/Tech students]
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This is kind of controversial and applicable to students and job seekers in the IT field. Using Linux doesn’t make you a super-intelligent being and could possibly get you any IT related job.
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However, as you start using Linux and exploring it, you gain experience. As a techie, sooner or later you dive into the terminal, learning your way to move around the file system, installing applications via command line. You won’t even realize that you have learned the skills that newcomers in IT companies get trained on.
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In addition to that, Linux has enormous scope in the job market. There are so many Linux related technologies (Cloud, Kubernetes, Sysadmin etc.) you can learn, earn certifications and get a nice paying job. And to learn these, you have to use Linux.
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#### 6\. Reliability
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Ever wondered why Linux is the best OS to run on any server? Because it is more reliable!
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But, why is that? Why is Linux more reliable than Mac OS?
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The answer is simple – more control to the user while providing better security. Mac OS does not provide you with the full control of its platform. It does that to make things easier for you simultaneously enhancing your user experience. With Linux, you can do whatever you want – which may result in poor user experience (for some) – but it does make it more reliable.
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#### 7\. Open Source
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Open Source is something not everyone cares about. But to me, the most important aspect of Linux being a superior choice is its Open Source nature. And, most of the points discussed below are the direct advantages of an Open Source software.
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To briefly explain, you get to see/modify the source code yourself if it is an open source software. But, for Mac, Apple gets an exclusive control. Even if you have the required technical knowledge, you will not be able to independently take a look at the source code of Mac OS.
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In other words, a Mac-powered system enables you to get a car for yourself but the downside is you cannot open up the hood to see what’s inside. That’s bad!
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If you want to dive in deeper to know about the benefits of an open source software, you should go through [Ben Balter’s article][17] on OpenSource.com.
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### Wrapping Up
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Now that you’ve known why Linux is better than Mac OS. What do you think about it? Are these reasons enough for you to choose Linux over Mac OS? If not, then what do you prefer and why?
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Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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Note: The artwork here is based on Club Penguins.
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via: https://itsfoss.com/linux-vs-mac/
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作者：[Ankush Das][a]
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[1]: https://itsfoss.com/linux-better-than-windows/
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[2]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Linux-vs-mac-featured.png
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[3]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-1.jpeg
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[4]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-4.jpeg
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[5]: https://itsfoss.com/lightweight-linux-beginners/
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[6]: https://hackintosh.com/
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[7]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-2.jpeg
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[8]: https://www.computerworld.com/article/3262225/apple-mac/warning-as-mac-malware-exploits-climb-270.html
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[9]: https://www.imore.com/how-to-remove-browser-hijack
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[10]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-3.jpeg
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[11]: https://www.gnome.org/
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[12]: https://itsfoss.com/best-gnome-extensions/
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[13]: https://elementary.io/
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[14]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-5.jpeg
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[15]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-6.jpeg
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[16]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-7.jpeg
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[17]: https://opensource.com/life/15/12/why-open-source
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Linux vs Mac: Linux 比 Mac 好的七个原因
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最近我们谈论了一些[为什么 Linux 比 Windows 好][1]的原因。毫无疑问， Linux 是个非常优秀的平台。但是它和其他的操作系统一样也会有缺点。对于某些专门的领域，像是游戏， Windows 当然更好。 而对于视频编辑等任务， Mac 系统可能更为方便。这一切都取决于你的爱好，以及你想用你的系统做些什么。在这篇文章中，我们将会介绍一些 Linux 相对于 Mac 更好的一些地方。
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如果你已经在用 Mac 或者打算买一台 Mac 电脑，我们建议你仔细考虑一下，看看是改为使用 Linux 还是继续使用 Mac 。
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### Linux 比 Mac 好的 7 个原因
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Linux 和 macOS 都是类 Unix 操作系统，并且都支持 Unix 命令行、 bash 和其他一些命令行工具，相比于 Windows ，他们所支持的应用和游戏比较少。但缺点也仅仅如此。
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平面设计师和视频剪辑师更加倾向于使用 Mac 系统，而 Linux 更加适合做开发、系统管理、运维的工程师。
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那要不要使用 Linux 呢，为什么要选择 Linux 呢？下面是根据实际经验和理性分析给出的一些建议。
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#### 1\. 价格
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假设你只是需要浏览文件、看电影、下载图片、写文档、制作报表或者做一些类似的工作，并且你想要一个更加安全的系统。
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那在这种情况下，你觉得花费几百块买个系统完成这项工作，或者花费更多直接买个 Macbook 划算吗？当然，最终的决定权还是在你。
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买个装好 Mac 系统的电脑还是买个便宜的电脑，然后自己装上免费的 Linux 系统，这个要看你自己的偏好。就我个人而言，除了音视频剪辑创作之外，Linux 都非常好地用，而对于音视频方面，我更倾向于使用 Final Cut Pro (专业的视频编辑软件) 和 Logic Pro X (专业的音乐制作软件)(这两款软件都是苹果公司推出的)。
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#### 2\. 硬件支持
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Linux 支持多种平台. 无论你的电脑配置如何，你都可以在上面安装 Linux，无论性能好或者差，Linux 都可以运行。[即使你的电脑已经使用很久了, 你仍然可以通过选择安装合适的发行版让 Linux 在你的电脑上流畅的运行][5].
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而 Mac 不同，它是苹果机专用系统。如果你希望买个便宜的电脑，然后自己装上 Mac 系统，这几乎是不可能的。一般来说 Mac 都是和苹果设备连在一起的。
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这是[在非苹果系统上安装 Mac OS 的教程][6]. 这里面需要用到的专业技术以及可能遇到的一些问题将会花费你许多时间，你需要想好这样做是否值得。
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总之，Linux 所支持的硬件平台很广泛，而 MacOS 相对而言则非常少。
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#### 3\. 安全性
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很多人都说 ios 和 Mac 是非常安全的平台。的确，相比于 Windows ，它确实比较安全，可并不一定有 Linux 安全。
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我不是在危言耸听。 Mac 系统上也有不少恶意软件和广告，并且[数量与日俱增][8]。我认识一些不太懂技术的用户 使用着非常缓慢的 Mac 电脑并且为此苦苦挣扎。一项快速调查显示[浏览器恶意劫持软件][9]是罪魁祸首.
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从来没有绝对安全的操作系统，Linux 也不例外。 Linux 也有漏洞，但是 Linux 发行版提供的及时更新弥补了这些漏洞。另外，到目前为止在 Linux 上还没有自动运行的病毒或浏览器劫持恶意软件的案例发生。
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这可能也是一个你应该选择 Linux 而不是 Mac 的原因。
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#### 4\. 可定制性与灵活性
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如果你有不喜欢的东西，自己定制或者修改它都行。
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举个例子，如果你不喜欢 Ubuntu 18.04.1 的 [Gnome 桌面环境][11]，你可以换成 [KDE Plasma][11]。 你也可以尝试一些 [Gnome 扩展][12]丰富你的桌面选择。这种灵活性和可定制性在 Mac OS 是不可能有的。
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除此之外你还可以根据需要修改一些操作系统的代码（但是可能需要一些专业知识）以创造出适合你的系统。这个在 Mac OS 上可以做吗?
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另外你可以根据需要从一系列的 Linux 发行版进行选择。比如说，如果你想喜欢 Mac OS上的工作流， [Elementary OS][13] 可能是个不错的选择。你想在你的旧电脑上装上一个轻量级的 Linux 发行版系统吗?这里是一个[轻量级 Linux 发行版列表][5]。相比较而言， Mac OS 缺乏这种灵活性。
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#### 5\. 使用 Linux 有助于你的职业生涯 [针对 IT 行业和科学领域的学生]
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对于 IT 领域的学生和求职者而言，这是有争议的但是也是有一定的帮助的。使用 Linux 并不会让你成为一个优秀的人，也不一定能让你得到任何与 IT 相关的工作。
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但是当你开始使用 Linux 并且开始探索如何使用的时候，你将会获得非常多的经验。作为一名技术人员，你迟早会接触终端，学习通过命令行实现文件系统管理以及应用程序安装。你可能不会知道这些都是一些 IT 公司的新职员需要培训的内容。
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除此之外，Linux 在就业市场上还有很大的发展空间。 Linux 相关的技术有很多( Cloud 、 Kubernetes 、Sysadmin 等)，您可以学习，获得证书并获得一份相关的高薪的工作。要学习这些，你必须使用 Linux 。
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#### 6\. 可靠
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想想为什么服务器上用的都是 Linux 系统，当然是因为它可靠。
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但是它为什么可靠呢，相比于 Mac OS ，它的可靠体现在什么方面呢？
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答案很简单——给用户更多的控制权，同时提供更好的安全性。在 Mac OS 上，你并不能完全控制它，这样做是为了让操作变得更容易，同时提高你的用户体验。使用 Linux ，你可以做任何你想做的事情——这可能会导致(对某些人来说)糟糕的用户体验——但它确实使其更可靠。
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#### 7\. 开源
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开源并不是每个人都关心的。但对我来说，Linux 最重要的优势在于它的开源特性。下面讨论的大多数观点都是开源软件的直接优势。
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简单解释一下，如果是开源软件，你可以自己查看或者修改它。但对 Mac 来说，苹果拥有独家控制权。即使你有足够的技术知识，也无法查看 Mac OS 的源代码。
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形象点说，Mac 驱动的系统可以让你得到一辆车，但缺点是你不能打开引擎盖看里面是什么。那可能非常糟糕!
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如果你想深入了解开源软件的优势，可以在 OpenSource.com 上浏览一下 [Ben Balter 的文章][17]。
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### 总结
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现在你应该知道为什么 Linux 比 Mac 好了吧，你觉得呢？上面的这些原因可以说服你选择 Linux 吗？如果不行的话那又是为什么呢？
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在下方评论让我们知道你的想法。
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作者：[Ankush Das][a]
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选题：[lujun9972](https://github.com/lujun9972)
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[1]: https://itsfoss.com/linux-better-than-windows/
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[2]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Linux-vs-mac-featured.png
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[3]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-1.jpeg
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[4]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-4.jpeg
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[5]: https://itsfoss.com/lightweight-linux-beginners/
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[6]: https://hackintosh.com/
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[7]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-2.jpeg
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[8]: https://www.computerworld.com/article/3262225/apple-mac/warning-as-mac-malware-exploits-climb-270.html
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[9]: https://www.imore.com/how-to-remove-browser-hijack
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[10]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-3.jpeg
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[11]: https://www.gnome.org/
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[12]: https://itsfoss.com/best-gnome-extensions/
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[13]: https://elementary.io/
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[14]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-5.jpeg
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[15]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-6.jpeg
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[16]: https://4bds6hergc-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/linux-vs-mac-7.jpeg
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[17]: https://opensource.com/life/15/12/why-open-source
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