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What if a Lifelong Linux User Tried Windows or macOS for the First Time?
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Windows users face issues while switching to Linux. What if the tables are turned? What problems a lifelong Linux user will face while switching to Windows or macOS?
![What if a Lifelong Linux User Tried Windows or macOS for the First Time?][1]
Do you remember Linus Sebastian (from Linus Tech Tips) [trying out Linux for gaming][2]? He ended up deleting the desktop environment despite a clear warning shown in the terminal.
![Linus Sebastian destroys his Linux system][3]
Considering he utilizes Windows as his daily driver to play games, switching to Linux will definitely need some time.
So, is this a Linux issue? Or is Linus doing it all wrong? Bet ya!
[It's Time More Linux Distros and DEs Become 'Linus-Proof'][4]
Or, is it that any user unfamiliar with an operating system encounters problems during their first trials?
So, here, you get to read a different perspective of a Linux user trying Windows or macOS for the first time.
Will it be a smooth sail? Or will it be as bad as Linus’s experience with Linux?
It is definitely going to be something exciting…
**Scott Williams** (a Senior DevOps Engineer) imagined the scenario in a series of tweets.
### Enable TPM 2.0 for Windows 11?
Considering Windows 11 is the latest available Windows version. How can Scott install it?
> @vwbusguy \
> Join me tonight as I try to enable TPM 2.0 on this four year old laptop to see if we can get Windows 11 to run on it. It says it supports Intel PTT, so this should be straightforward, right?
>
> @vwbusguy \
> Between Windows and MacOS, there are too many options. Can't all proprietary operating systems users come together and just make one perfect operating system that fits every use case and preference out of the box, but most specifically mine?
[Twitter @vwbusguy][5]
*How to enable TPM 2.0? How to find it in the BIOS menu? Is it safe to enable TPM 2.0? Should I flash a newer BIOS? Will I brick my motherboard in the process of updating the BIOS?*
These are some of the questions, every Linux user (and even Windows/macOS users) will have when they want to upgrade their system to Windows 11.
With Linux distributions, we never have to do such a peculiar thing to make it work. Even in 2022. But, Windows 11 wants you to know about the BIOS settings or the TPM chip before you can upgrade to it.
While Scott mentions about an older laptop, it is worth noting that even with the latest motherboards (for instance Z590), you may have to tweak the BIOS or flash a newer BIOS version to support Windows 11.
This is incredibly inconvenient, even for technical users because updating BIOS comes with its own risks.
### Do I Need an Antivirus Software? Which One?
While Apple’s XProtect and Windows Defender should be good for basics, there are several options when it comes to Antivirus if you want enhanced protection.
> @vwbusguy \
> I'm surprised that MacOS doesn't even come with a modern web browser installed and you have to go to a website to download one. That's not a great initial user experience.
>
> @NaheemSays \
> It is actually deeper than that. As a user of both systems, I think people subconsciously forget how weird Windows can be.
>
> Its biggest advantage is that it comes pre installed. First step of a new system: uninstall a lot of crap. Try even getting rid of Mcaffee or Norton!
>
> @vwbusguy \
> So do I or do I not need antivirus software and which one?
[Twitter @vwbusguy][6]
And, with so many choices and paid reviews online, it is tough to know what’s actually a genuine option and if you should spend for it.
A Linux user will often wonder: *Why do I even need this? Won’t this affect the performance? What do I do with so many protection features? Isn’t Windows a secure operating system?*
### iCloud and macOS: A Love Story?
> @vwbusguy \
> How do I access files on my @btrfs drive in Windows or MacOS?
>
> @vwbusguy \
> What is iCloud and how do I make this go away?
>
> @mikecodemonkey \
> And then MacOS is sooooo annoying having to log into your iCloud every 5 seconds, set multiple passwords, constantly tell Siri to bugger off.
[Twtter @vwbusguy][7]
Linux users are not fond of integrated cloud services. They either mount a cloud storage drive (or a network drive).
Even if they opt for a cloud storage service, it should work as per their explicit actions. However, with macOS, you will be constantly reminded of iCloud while Siri popping up in between.
### Linux User Cleans the Registry
With so many options and tools to clean registries and optimize systems for better performance, a new Linux user may end up with an unresponsive Windows.
> Reddit says I need to "clean my registry" so I followed a few tutorials and deleted a few things and now this Windows box is acting really weird.
[Twitter @vwbusguy][8]
Even in 2022, there is no clarity when you work with the registry or tools that helps you “optimize” the registry.
Dare you, veteran Linux users love the details before trying anything. But, if there is no proper warning/notice in the GUI, how can one know about it all?
### Reboot All The Way
It’s not like a reboot does not fix things in Linux. But, how many times do I have to reboot when updating Windows or after installing software?
> We can all be like, \
> "You have to install how many .NET framework versions? How many reboots so far?" \
> "My Adobe version doesn't support this version of MacOS? No wonder people have so many have trouble taking MacOS seriously. Apple needs to fix this."
[Twitter @vwbusguy][9]
Every time I reboot, I lose the active applications that were in the background.
Why can’t Windows just detect the new installations and updated packages with a simple refresh instead of a reboot? Why is this so much counter-productive?
### Do I Have to Pay for All This? Wasn’t the Windows License Enough?
Linux is primarily all about free and open-source software. Hence, the pre-installed utilities are free.
So, a user who is comfortable with those tools would have to suddenly pay for a Windows license, and also pay for software.
Isn’t Microsoft too greedy here?
### Lack of Essential Packages by Default
I can’t even extract an archive after I install Windows? Is it truly a modern OS?
### Multi-Monitor Setup for macOS
> @vwbusguy \
> How do I get my monitors to work with MacOS?
>
> I'm used to firmware updates just being automatic through LVFS on Linux. How do I update the firmware from Windows? This vendor site says I need to put something on a USB drive. Can I borrow one from someone?
>
> @acruiz \
> Indeed!!!! I had to install several extensions on macOS to get to a semi decent setup (plus some shitty drivers for multimonitor support in my dock station which worked OOTB on Linux)
[Twitter @vwbusguy][10]
It is a breeze to work with Linux when you have a multi-monitor setup. But, when it comes to macOS, everything breaks away.
### Final Thoughts
Ultimately, it depends on what the standard is and what you are familiar with. Windows and macOS are often considered the standard desktop operating system.
In contrast, most people know little associated with Linux, except the fact that it is difficult to use.
However, if you get to know the essentials, just like you know for Windows/macOS, Linux desktop experience will be a smooth experience.
It is just because there are a variety of things when it comes to Linux. However, with patience, you can enjoy the full experience of it.
Linux isn’t problematic as a whole, it's the user that fails to get acquainted with coming from another operating system. We do not want Linux to be Windows nor Windows to act like Linux, everything should have a separate presence.
But then again, Linux should not be struck out just because a longtime Windows user did not have a good initial experience with it because the same can happen with a longtime Linux user trying Windows/macOS.
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[1]: https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w1200/2022/08/linux-windows.png
[2]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0506yDSgU7M&t=788s
[3]: https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/2022/08/linus-sebastian-nukes-pop-os-while-installing-steam-os.webp
[4]: https://news.itsfoss.com/more-linux-distros-become-linus-proof/
[5]: https://twitter.com/vwbusguy/status/1463543535630569473
[6]: https://twitter.com/vwbusguy/status/1463556939728572419
[7]: https://twitter.com/vwbusguy/status/1463579003504136192
[8]: https://twitter.com/vwbusguy/status/1463595769051549697
[9]: https://twitter.com/vwbusguy/status/1463538368956887043
[10]: https://twitter.com/vwbusguy/status/1463606807906029570