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Is Linux Right For You?
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> Not everyone should opt for Linux -- for many users, remaining with Windows or OSX is the better choice.
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I enjoy using Linux on the desktop. Not because of software politics or because I despise other operating systems. I simply like Linux because it just works.
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It's been my experience that not everyone is cut out for the Linux lifestyle. In this article, I'll help you run through the pros and cons of making the switch to Linux so you can determine if switching is right for you.
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### When to make the switch ###
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Switching to Linux makes sense when there is a decisive reason to do so. The same can be said about moving from Windows to OS X or vice versa. In order to have success with switching, you must be able to identify your reason for jumping ship in the first place.
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For some people, the reason for switching is frustration with their current platform. Maybe the latest upgrade left them with a lousy experience and they're ready to chart new horizons. In other instances, perhaps it's simply a matter of curiosity. Whatever the motivation, you must have a good reason for switching operating systems. If you're pushing yourself in this direction without a good reason, then no one wins.
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However, there are exceptions to every rule. And if you're really interested in trying Linux on the desktop, then maybe coming to terms with a workable compromise is the way to go.
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### Starting off slow ###
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After trying Linux for the first time, I've seen people blast their Windows installation to bits because they had a good experience with Ubuntu on a flash drive for 20 minutes. Folks, this isn't a test. Instead I'd suggest the following:
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- Run the [Linux distro in a virtual machine][1] for a week. This means you are committing to running that distro for all browser work, email and other tasks you might otherwise do on that machine.
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- If running a VM for a week is too resource intensive, try doing the same with a USB drive running Linux that offers [some persistent storage][2]. This will allow you to leave your main OS alone and intact. At the same time, you'll still be able to "live inside" of your Linux distribution for a week.
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- If you find that everything is successful after a week of running Linux, the next step is to examine how many times you booted into Windows that week. If only occasionally, then the next step is to look into [dual-booting Windows][3] and Linux. For those of you that only found themselves using their Linux distro, it might be worth considering making the switch full time.
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- Before you hose your Windows partition completely, it might make more sense to purchase a second hard drive to install Linux onto instead. This allows you to dual-boot, but to do so with ample hard drive space. It also makes Windows available to you if something should come up.
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### What do you gain adopting Linux? ###
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So what does one gain by switching to Linux? Generally it comes down to personal freedom for most people. With Linux, if something isn't to your liking, you're free to change it. Using Linux also saves users oodles of money in avoiding hardware upgrades and unnecessary software expenses. Additionally, you're not burdened with tracking down lost license keys for software. And if you dislike the direction a particular distribution is headed, you can switch to another distribution with minimal hassle.
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The sheer volume of desktop choice on the Linux desktop is staggering. This level of choice might even seem overwhelming to the newcomer. But if you find a distro base (Debian, Fedora, Arch, etc) that you like, the hard work is already done. All you need to do now is find a variation of the distro and the desktop environment you prefer.
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Now one of the most common complaints I hear is that there isn't much in the way of software for Linux. However, this isn't accurate at all. While other operating systems may have more of it, today's Linux desktop has applications to do just about anything you can think of. Video editing (home and pro-level), photography, office management, remote access, music (listening and creation), plus much, much more.
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### What you lose adopting Linux? ###
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As much as I enjoy using Linux, my wife's home office relies on OS X. She's perfectly content using Linux for some tasks, however she relies on OS X for specific software not available for Linux. This is a common problem that many people face when first looking at making the switch. You must decide whether or not you're going to be losing out on critical software if you make the switch.
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Sometimes the issue is because the software has content locked down with it. In other cases, it's a workflow and functionality that was found with the legacy applications and not with the software available for Linux. I myself have never experienced this type of challenge, but I know those who have. Many of the software titles available for Linux are also available for other operating systems. So if there is a concern about such things, I encourage you to try out comparable apps on your native OS first.
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Another thing you might lose by switching to Linux is the luxury of local support when you need it. People scoff at this, but I know of countless instances where a newcomer to Linux was dismayed to find their only recourse for solving Linux challenges was from strangers on the Web. This is especially problematic if their only PC is the one having issues. Windows and OS X users are spoiled in that there are endless support techs in cities all over the world that support their platform(s).
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### How to proceed from here ###
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Perhaps the single biggest piece of advice to remember is always have a fallback plan. Remember, once you wipe that copy of Windows 10 from your hard drive, you may find yourself spending money to get it reinstalled. This is especially true for those of you who upgrade from other Windows releases. Accepting this, persistent flash drives with Linux or dual-booting Windows and Linux is always a preferable way forward for newcomers. Odds are that you may be just fine and take to Linux like a fish to water. But having that fallback plan in place just means you'll sleep better at night.
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If instead you've been relying on a dual-boot installation for weeks and feel ready to take the plunge, then by all means do it. Wipe your drive and start off with a clean installation of your favorite Linux distribution. I've been a full time Linux enthusiast for years and I can tell you for certain, it's a great feeling. How long? Let's just say my first Linux experience was with early Red Hat. I finally installed a dedicated installation on my laptop by 2003.
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Existing Linux enthusiasts, where did you first get started? Was your switch an exciting one or was it filled with angst? Hit the Comments and share your experiences.
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via: http://www.datamation.com/open-source/is-linux-right-for-you.html
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作者：[Matt Hartley][a]
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译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID)
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校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID)
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本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创编译，[Linux中国](https://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出
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[a]:http://www.datamation.com/author/Matt-Hartley-3080.html
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[1]:http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/virtualbox
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[2]:http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/14912/create-a-persistent-bootable-ubuntu-usb-flash-drive/
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[3]:http://www.linuxandubuntu.com/home/dual-boot-ubuntu-15-04-14-10-and-windows-10-8-1-8-step-by-step-tutorial-with-screenshots
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Linux系统是否适合于您？
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> 并非人人都适合使用Linux--对许多用户来说，Windows或OSX会是更好的选择。
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我喜欢使用Linux系统，并不是因为软件的政治性质，也不是不喜欢其他操作系统。我喜欢Linux系统因为它能满足我的需求并且确实适合使用。
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我的经验是，并非人人都适合切换至“Linux的生活方式”。本文将帮助您通过分析使用Linux系统的利弊来供您自行判断使用Linux是否真正适合您。
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### 什么时候更换系统？ ###
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当有充分的理由时，将系统切换到Linux系统是很有意义的。这对Windows用户将系统更换到OSX或类似的情况都同样适用。为让您的系统转变成功，您必须首先确定为什么要做这种转换。
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对某些人来说，更换系统通常意味着他们不满于当前的系统操作平台。也许是最新的升级给了他们糟糕的用户体验，他们已准备好更换到别的系统，也许仅仅是因为对某个系统好奇。不管动机是什么，必须要有充分的理由支撑您做出更换操作系统的决定。如果没有一个充足的原因让您这样做，往往不会成功。
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然而事事都有例外。如果您确实对Linux非常感兴趣，或许可以选择一种折衷的方式。
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### 放慢起步的脚步 ###
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第一次尝试运行Linux系统后，我看到就有人开始批判Windows安装过程的费时，完全是因为他们20分钟就用闪存安装好Ubuntu的良好体验。但是伙伴们，这并不只是一次测验。相反，我有如下建议：
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- 一周的时间尝试在[虚拟机上运行Linux系统][1]。这意味着您将在该系统上运行所有的浏览器工作、邮箱操作和其它想要完成的任务。
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- 如果运行虚拟机资源消耗太大，您可以尝试通过[存储持久性][2]的USB驱动器来运行Linux，您的主操作系统将不受任何影响。与此同时，您仍可以运行Linux系统。
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- 运行Linux系统一周后，如果一切进展顺利，下一步您可以计算一下这周内登入Windows的次数。如果只是偶尔登陆Windows系统，下一步就可以尝试运行Windows和Linux[双系统][3]。对那些只运行Linux系统的用户，可以考虑尝试将系统真正更换为Linux系统。
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- 在管理Windows分区前，有必要购买一个新硬盘来安装Linux系统。这样只要有充足的硬盘空间，您就可以使用双系统。如果想到必须要要启动Windows系统做些事情，Windows系统也是可以运行的。
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### 使用Linux系统的好处是什么？ ###
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将系统更换到Linux有什么好处呢？一般而言，这种好处对大多数人来说可以归结到释放个性化自由。在使用Linux系统的时候，如果您不喜欢某些设置，可以自行更改它们。同时使用Linux可以为用户节省大量的硬件升级开支和不必要的软件开支。另外，您不需再费力找寻已丢失的软件许可证密钥，而且如果您不喜欢即将发布的系统版本，大可轻松地更换到别的版本。
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台式机首选Linux系统是令人吃惊的，看起来对新手来说做这种选择非常困难。但是如果您发现了喜欢的一款Linux版本(Debian,Fedora,Arch等)，最困难的工作其实已经完成了，您需要做的就是找到各版本并选择出您最喜欢的系统版本环境。
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如今我听到的最常见的抱怨之一是用户发现没有太多的软件格式能适用于Linux系统。然而，这并不是事实。尽管别的操作系统可能会提供更多软件，但是如今的Linux也已经提供了足够多应用程序满足您的各种需求，包括视频剪辑(家庭版和专业版)，摄影，办公管理软件，远程访问，音乐软件，还有很多别的各类软件。
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### 使用Linux系统您会失去些什么？ ###
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虽然我喜欢使用Linux,但我妻子的家庭办公系统依然依赖于OS X。对于用Linux系统完成一些特定的任务她心满意足，但是她仍习惯于使用提供Linux不支持的一些软件的OS X系统。这是许多想要更换系统的用户会遇到的一个常见的问题。如果要更换系统，您需要考虑是否愿意失去一些关键的软件工具。
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有时在Linux系统上遇到问题是因为软件会内容锁定。别的情况下，是在Linux系统上可运行的软件并不适用于传统应用程序的工作流和功能。我自己并没有遇到过这类问题，但是我知道确实存在这些问题。许多Linux上的软件在其他操作系统上也都可以用。所以如果担心这类软件兼容问题，建议您先尝试在已有的系统上操作一下几款类似的应用程序。
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更换成Linux系统后，另一件您可能会失去的是本地系统支持服务。人们通常会嘲笑这种愚蠢行径，但我知道，无数的新手在使用Linux时会发现解决Linux上各种问题的唯一资源就是来自网络另一端的陌生人提供的帮助。如果只是他们的PC遇到了一些问题，这将会比较麻烦。Windows和OS X的用户已经习惯各城市遍布了支持他们操作系统的各项技术服务。
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### 如何开启新旅程？ ###
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这里建议大家要记住最重要的就是经常做备份。如果您将Windows 10从硬盘中擦除，您会发现重新安装它又会花费金钱。对那些从其他Windows发布版本升级的用户来说尤其会遇到这种情况。接受这个建议，那就是对新手来说使用闪存安装Linux或使用Windows和Linux双系统都是更值得提倡的做法。您也许会如鱼得水般使用Linux系统，但是有了一份备份计划，您将高枕无忧。
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相反，如果数周以来您一直依赖于使用双操作系统，但是已经准备好冒险去尝试一下单操作系统，那么就去做吧。格式化您的驱动器，重新安装您喜爱的Linux distribution。数年来我一直都是"全职"Linux使用爱好者，这里可以确定地告诉您，使用Linux系统感觉棒极了。这种感觉会持续多久？我第一次的Linux系统使用经验还是来自早期的Red Hat系统，2003年我已经决定在自己的笔记本上安装专用的Linux系统并一直使用至今。
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Linux爱好者们，你们什么时候开始使用Linux的？您在最初更换成Linux系统时是兴奋还是焦虑呢？欢迎点击评论分享你们的经验。
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via: http://www.datamation.com/open-source/is-linux-right-for-you.html
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作者：[Matt Hartley][a]
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译者：[icybreaker](https://github.com/icybreaker)
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校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID)
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[a]:http://www.datamation.com/author/Matt-Hartley-3080.html
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[1]:http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/virtualbox
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[2]:http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/14912/create-a-persistent-bootable-ubuntu-usb-flash-drive/
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[3]:http://www.linuxandubuntu.com/home/dual-boot-ubuntu-15-04-14-10-and-windows-10-8-1-8-step-by-step-tutorial-with-screenshots
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