Pros and Cons of using Linux

Just like any operating system, Linux has its pros and cons. You've heard the pros before: It's free, it's super customizable, and it helps you learn a lot more about how your computer works. There are also a ton of distros, which means you can find the perfect one for you. While some have gotten a lot easier to use in the past few years, none are foolproof. I used Linux as my primary OS on and off for a year or so, and here are some of the things I found.

Linux has some great apps, but is missing quite a few
Linux's app situation is interesting. If you're worried about not having a good image editing program, photo library, or music player, you might be surprised-Linux has some pretty great offerings (just check out our Linux App Directory if you don't believe me). Apps like digiKam compete with professional-level apps on other operating systems, and you have a lot of choices in some categories.
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