Linux VS Windows
Linux VS Windows
Hello, I've noticed Linux often performs better in gaming than Windows, which sparked my curiosity about it. Right now I'm using Windows 10 with an Ubuntu 14.04 VM. I'm familiar with Python and have some C++ experience. From a gamer or developer perspective, what advantages does Linux offer over Windows, and what are its drawbacks? Besides compatibility, do Windows have any benefits that Linux can't match? Also, how effective is WINE as a bridge on Linux? Should I consider dual booting? Thanks ahead!
The main advantage for a developer is the ability to compile using the terminal in Linux, which works well. You can configure build environments for various projects with different toolchains tailored to specific applications. 2. Playing games on Linux typically needs a virtual machine to run most titles effectively, and performance may not match Windows, but it remains solid with many excellent Linux games available.
I've experimented with both, but I leaned toward Windows more. Likely because of my upbringing, though it's probably just a preference. I didn't notice any significant changes in games or other areas. Windows tends to have more bloat and feels heavier, but not enough to be a major issue.
I'm in the same situation you mentioned. You can use a flash drive to run Ubuntu 15.04 with GNOME as your desktop environment. It will let you store your files and use it across different machines. Additionally, you have Windows 10 installed on your laptops, and you're using SSH for remote access.
the performance gap is significant when comparing linux on a basic system versus running windows.
I enjoy Linux, but gaming on my PC means I lean toward Windows more often. With Valve's support, Linux gaming becomes much more practical (most games that work on Steam are also Linux-friendly). Still, Windows remains the top option right now. What I appreciate about Linux is its terminal and package managers. I dislike coding on Windows—just a small side project—I find it tough to get Rails installed properly there. Linux feels open and straightforward for those tasks.
I'm just saying that there is a massive performance increase with linux.