Low Quality FactsSep 23, 2025
Sitting at my desk chugging Tylenol until I know how to use Linux.
Show threadRoger MooreSep 23, 2025
@lowqualityfacts
The truth is that Linux isn't really any harder than Windows. It's just that when you run into a problem with Windows you don't know how to handle, you probably know an expert who can help you out. Most of us don't know someone with that level of Linux expertise, so we're stuck solving the hard problems ourselves. If we're lucky enough to have a Linux expert on call, it can be really nice.
Show threadMad Dog Ace RunSep 23, 2025
@VATVSLPR
Sometimes Google works.
Show threadRoger Moore
@BluesHarp
Sure, sometimes you can solve your own problems by googling them, and that's a great way to become more proficient. But a lot of people just want to use their computers, and even people who want to learn will sometimes be in a hurry and want things fixed immediately. It's hugely reassuring to know help is readily available when you need it, especially when so much of your life is on your computer. That reassurance is critical for an OS being mainstream.
Sep 24, 2025 at 12:14amWeb
Show threadMad Dog Ace RunSep 24, 2025

@VATVSLPR
My son is both a Windows expert and a Linux expert. He has been doing computer stuff since he was 10 years old. He usually has the answer if there is something I can't figure out. I ask him and he gives me the answer and then on we go.

I haven't touched WindBlows in years now. Have no desire to go back to that nonsense. Linux really is simple and Windoze is bloatware...

I'm using Fedora now. Major updates twice a year. A few glitches here and there but nothing too bad.