The biggest challenge for Windows XP users switching to Linux Mint is having to change the programs you've known and used for years. Fortunately, some programs are available on both Linux and Windows.

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Both the Windows and Linux operating systems include applications that would be useful for either operating system. Unfortunately, to use Linux programs in Windows, you would typically need to find ...

Linux is foundational to the internet, so finding support is straightforward. Whether we're speaking of official or ...

Linux offers control, security, and freedom, but its learning curve, software, and hardware issues may challenge some users.

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Valve has released the results of its Steam Hardware & Software Survey for December 2025, and they show Linux continuing to ...