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10 Popular Windows Apps That Are Also Available on Linux
======
Looking back, 2018 has been a good year for the Linux community. Many applications that were only available on Windows and/or Mac are available on the Linux platform with little to no hassle. Hats off to [Snap][3] and [Flatpak][4] technologies which have helped bring many “restricted” apps to Linux users.
**Read Also** : [All AWESOME Linux Applications and Tools][5]
Today, we bring you a list of famous Windows applications that you dont need to find alternatives for because they are already available on Linux.
### 1\. Skype
Arguably the worlds most loved VoIP application, **Skype** provides excellent video and voice call quality coupled with other features like the option to make local and international calls, landline calls, instant messaging, emojis, etc.
```
$ sudo snap install skype --classic
```
### 2\. Spotify
**Spotify** is the most popular music streaming platform and for a long time, Linux users needed to use scripts and techy hacks to set up the app on their machines, Thanks to snap tech, installing and using Spotify is as easy as clicking a button.
```
$ sudo snap install spotify
```
### 3\. Minecraft
**Minecraft** is a game that has proven to be awesome irrespective of the year. Whats cooler about it is the fact that it is consistently maintained. If you dont know Mincraft, it is an adventure game that allows you to use building blocks to create virtually anything you can craft in an infinite and unbounded virtual world.
```
$ sudo snap install minecraft
```
### 4\. JetBrains Dev Suite
**JetBrains** is well-known for its premium suite of development IDEs and their most popular app titles are available for use on Linux without any hassle.
#### Install IDEA Community Java IDE
```
$ sudo snap install intellij-idea-community --classic
```
#### Install PyCharm EDU Python IDE
```
$ sudo snap install pycharm-educational --classic
```
#### Install PhpStorm PHP IDE
```
$ sudo snap install phpstorm --classic
```
#### Install WebStorm JavaScript IDE
```
$ sudo snap install webstorm --classic
```
#### Install RubyMine Ruby and Rails IDE
```
$ sudo snap install rubymine --classic
```
### 5\. PowerShell
**PowerShell** is a platform for managing PC automation and configurations and it offers a command-line shell with relevant scripting languages. If you thought that it was available on only Windows then think again.
```
$ sudo snap install powershell --classic
```
### 6\. Ghost
**Ghost** is a modern desktop app that enables users to manage multiple Ghost blogs, magazines, online publications, etc. in a distraction-free environment.
```
$ sudo snap install ghost-desktop
```
### 7\. MySQL Workbench
**MySQL Workbench** is a GUI app for designing and managing databases with integrated SQL functionalities.
[**Download MySQL Workbench][6]
### 8\. Adobe App Suite via PlayOnLinux
You might have missed the article we published on [PlayOnLinux][7] so here is another chance to check it out.
PlayOnLinux is basically an improved implementation of **wine** that allows users to install Adobes creative cloud apps more easily. Mind you, the trial and subscription limits still apply.
[**How to Use PlayOnLinux][8]
### 9\. Slack
Reportedly the most used team communication software among developers and project managers, **Slack** offers workspaces with various document and messages management functionalities that everybody cant seem to get enough of.
```
$ sudo snap install slack --classic
```
### 10\. Blender
**Blender** is among the most popular application for 3D creation. It is free, open-source, and has support for the entirety of the 3D pipeline.
```
$ sudo snap install blender --classic
```
Thats it! We know the ultimate list goes on but we can only list so much. Did we omit any applications you think should have made it to the list? Add your suggestions in the comments section below.
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