No one specifically wants to install Windows on the Steam Deck. It's a gaming device, not a general-purpose computer.
No one specifically wants to install Windows on the Steam Deck. It's a gaming device, not a general-purpose computer.
Since you have the freedom to adjust settings, you can customize the appearance and behavior of Windows 11. People often prefer using Windows 11 and modifying it to suit their preferences. The PC experience revolves around personal choice.
The top Windows 10 posts I've seen seem a little off. Your perspective matters, and everyone has unique preferences.
Some people insist it must be Windows 11, but Windows 10 remains a viable choice. I didn’t place the order yet, though if I did, I’d probably prefer Windows 10 to play most games. Remember the backlash when Windows 10 launched and everyone predicted sticking with Windows 7? It’s unclear how many still hold that view. Windows 11 is quite similar to Windows 10, and eventually it will become the norm.
Because not every activity or game will function on SteamOS for a while yet. The survey was completed before the release, so the feedback would likely have been vague emotional reactions rather than concrete results. I recently transferred my fifth Windows computer to SteamOS, and it worked perfectly.
Software/Game compatibility No slowdown due to in-development translation layers and recompilers. Experience as a Linux user who avoids Windows for various reasons and rarely plays games, along with a setup similar to SteamOS, suggests this should work well. However, it won’t persuade most PC gamers that a portable system can handle titles like Valorant or run applications such as Microsoft Office, particularly when an easy Windows installation is offered.
Since we've discussed this before, it's clear you're used to playing all windows games and using other apps. I'd even consider installing Windows 10 on my phone if possible—just tired of relying on Google and Android, and most mobile apps are really lacking. Emulation might be necessary for browsers too, since Windows browsers aren't great. To be honest, it'll be cool to see how optimized the Steam Deck OS is compared to what's out there. If people notice any benefits, they might not switch platforms after all.
I noticed resistance to changing things, following trends blindly, and a strong attachment to one game that doesn’t work on SteamOS. Running Windows 11 feels confusing to me. Android apps are still puzzling me.
I could experiment with Windows occasionally if a dual-boot option exists, but I’m more comfortable sticking with Linux since my work is primarily there. It’s easy for me to prepare a Linux setup on any device, and it feels like a better fit overall. Still, I’ve been using Linux for most of my life now, so I don’t mind going deep into the details. Windows could offer some fun challenges, though.