For many people, the #Linux vs #Windows vs #Mac debate is a privilege — it assumes you can choose. But working with the Computer Upcycle Project, I've seen the real choice is often Linux vs no computer at all.

~95% of donated computers are "too old" for Windows 11 or macOS. Linux installs on them anyway, adding 10+ years of life to machines #Microsoft and #Apple called trash.

This isn't Linux vs Windows. It's Linux vs e-waste.

@codemonkeymike Sometimes I feel like I live in a bubble. I teach kids (12-20), and by far the most of them have never even heard of Linux. It's win or mac for them - there is no third option 😞
@oz1sej @codemonkeymike This failure rests on all our shoulders. :(

@oz1sej

@codemonkeymike

Don't worry - young people mostly want two things: (1) the same as their fellows, (2) no hassle whatsoever.

Yet, they grow older and more individual - and that's the moment to show them the power of linux.

Because that's its real strength: you can **DO** something with it.

@oz1sej

@codemonkeymike

Don't worry - young people mostly want two things: (1) the same as their fellows, (2) no hassle whatsoever.

Yet, they grow older and more individual - and that's the moment to show them the power of linux.

Because that's its real strength: you can **DO** something with it.