Minimal operating system
Minimal operating system
Consider switching to a lightweight OS like Cub Linux or Neverware's cloud-ready version. Both are free options. You might also explore open-source alternatives such as Linux Mint or Kali Linux if you prefer more customization.
Linux isn't performing well in this environment. The CPU stays off at idle in both Windows and Linux because of c states, and it uses similar power when under load. If you're aiming for Linux, choose Debian with Xfce personally.