It seems you're asking if it's just me. Could you clarify what you mean?
It seems you're asking if it's just me. Could you clarify what you mean?
Linux Mint faces some security and privacy concerns. However, I believe most people don’t switch to desktop Linux for privacy reasons. If they did, alternatives like PureOS would likely become more popular than Ubuntu or Fedora. Perhaps it’s just my personal circle. My view of typical Linux desktop users is that they seek the same powerful development environment they use on servers at work. Those who run Ubuntu Server or Fedora often stick with Ubuntu or similar desktops. While Linux is more private than Windows, it misses many privacy tools found on macOS, such as FileVault, and most users aren’t bothered by that trade-off. Still, Linux does provide privacy features like SELinux, though they’re not widely adopted on desktops.
I used Pure OS but it crashed, and at first it seemed similar to Ubuntu. If you're just starting out, I'd recommend picking a popular and well-documented Linux distribution like Ubuntu.
Many who move to Linux would face a similar situation. While PureOS aims for strong privacy, it lacks the usability of Ubuntu, which most users prefer over PureOS. Ubuntu offers a good mix of privacy and functionality, making it the better choice for most people at the moment.
Lubuntu helped restore my 11-year-old laptop with a 5400rpm HDD to full functionality, which is why I love Ubuntu. I plan to switch to an SSD soon just to experience the performance boost. As someone new to Linux, I prefer Ubuntu because it offers plenty of online resources for troubleshooting, even though I’m not very experienced. It’s clear that Windows 10 Pro stays my primary operating system, used for both gaming and work. Everything runs smoothly on Windows.