Linux vs Windows: The Netbook Question

Jim Getten is planning to buy a netbook. Should he go with Linux or Windows?

That’s a good question, and one that I haven’t yet decided for myself. Here’s how I see it:

Linux is smaller, faster, free, less prone to crashes, and much less likely to get infected with malware.

On the other hand, you already know Windows, so going with Linux requires a learning curve.

Another problem: There’s less software available for Linux, and what is available isn’t always what you’re used to. For instance, if you work primarily in Microsoft Office, Linux will require you to learn an alternative like OpenOffice. That’s yet another learning curve.

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