Which is the applicable desktop OS?

Many people are wondering, what is windows? Isn't it an operating system, plus several office automation tools, plus browsers, email clients, and some games. Therefore, Linux can easily replace it. Is that true? I'm afraid it's not that simple.
Cost

In favor of Linux: Linux is free, and it does not cost a license; the cost of Linux is much lower than that of Windows (NT4/2000); and, there are already many free office automation solutions available.

In favor of Windows: Linux requires on-site technical support to ensure system operation and requires developers or contractors to modify system errors and apply core patches on siteProgram, Cannot ensure that all problems can be solved by internal staff; Visual Studio is more open than othersSource codeThe development environment is good; ms SQL is a cheap database platform; Linux does not provide enough commercial tool software.

Reputation

In favor of the voice of Linux: Linux is the fastest-growing OS platform; Linux applications can work better; Linux Desktop provides more options; Linux applications and tools run well, select more opportunities.

In favor of Windows: Microsoft Windows is the most common OS platform. Each Linux system is released as an independent OS, with poor backward compatibility; compared with Linux applications, Windows applications allow users to focus more on tasks and make the application system work without programming. Windows has a consistent interface window.

Application

In favor of Linux: Linux graphical interfaces are as easy to use as windows; Linux uses standard compatibility protocols and standard file formats; never encountered things like installing Microsoft patches: there are too many opportunities to choose; Linux provides great collaboration capabilities.

In favor of Windows: there are few applications on Linux; they are not compatible with Internet Explorer 6; Linux e-mail backup tools like the email backup feature provided by outlook are not available; linux does not have management software like PC Anywhere; Linux does not have good print functions and does not have media playback software.
Security

In favor of Linux: There is no Linux virus; Linux does not have a fuzzy protocol service that will lead to system deadlocks; Linux is not prone to worms; Linux does not have the IRC trojan IIS worm.

In favor of Windows: Linux is not secure, and no one is responsible for the integrity of Linux. Many outstanding third-party enterprises are producing various anti-virus software. Microsoft has concentrated on solving security problems.
Hardware Support

Voice in favor of Linux: Linux supports video controllers, USB, modem, mouse, monitor, and other hardware; HP, Lexmark, and EPSON provide many print tools.

In favor of Windows: Linux does not support GDI Printer, win modem, video card, and PCMCIA card.

Software Support

In favor of the voice of Linux: The help within the Linux community is fast and free; you can use VNC to remotely control Linux and Windows network clients at the same time; Linux software is easier to keep up with the trend and to be easier to deploy; linux has a good remote management tool. Using Linux, you can easily map hard disks to copy the system.

In favor of Windows: Many vendors do not support Linux, and they cannot earn money from Linux users. They cannot buy the Linux Desktop Support Service. There is no unified Linux network management tool like Microsoft MMC; Windows has a more mature and fast Configuration tool.

Reliable

In favor of Linux: Linux is an open sourceCodeOpen source code is the power of the Internet. Open source code means that there will never be any limit and no one will be "locked ".

Sound in favor of Windows: Linux Desktop interface is messy (there are several types of KDE and gnome), and it is inconvenient to add menus. Open source code means that there are no road signs, no future, and sellers have no money to earn, no seller.

Conclusion

If Linux is the same as windows, it is windows. Fortunately, it is not, so there is a choice. Linux can replace windows on the desktop, but it cannot cater to all users. Linux provides tools familiar to all Windows users, although they have different appearances and feelings. Linux is always a competitor of Enterprise Desktop applications. At present, the key battle of Linux is not a technical issue, but more about understanding and acceptance. Maybe today's Linux is the same as Microsoft Windows in. It has been noticed and continuously improved. (Source: China Computer News)