Someone claimed that saying Ubuntu is stable is stupid.
Someone claimed that saying Ubuntu is stable is stupid.
I haven't used terminal before. You might want to check your assumptions first. I rely on terminal every day. I don’t even have a display manager. My setup is just i3 wm and only terminal programs—Firefox and PyCharm. The rest I handle via command line: file manager, torrent client, mail client, music player, YouTube, etc. Even OP mentioned OS stability but also compatibility matters! Mac isn’t suited for many devices these days... LOL. They sometimes stop supporting certain hardware to push sales. You call it garbage? It works on every CPU type I’ve tested—my router runs MIPS, my phone is ARM, my PC is X86-64, and even a PS3 with CELL architecture. Mac isn’t Linux, and it never will be! P.S. Linux beats Windows, and feel free to correct me if you missed anything—maybe paste the details here > mac
If you're looking for a way to enter SMB paths directly in Mac File Explorer, you can use the path field and keyboard shortcuts. Simply type the full path, press Command+Enter or Cmd+Enter, and it will open the file with that location. This avoids mouse navigation and lets you work quickly.
I understand macOS works great, yet Linux on compatible devices often delivers strong reliability. My experiences show frequent crashes on some machines, while others function smoothly—depending heavily on the hardware.
Mac is straightforward to operate, yet this simplicity means complex features become harder to grasp.
Path field in the file manager isn't advanced—it should use the default settings. Things like advanced file operations, batch renaming, or FTP/HDD synchronization are considered advanced, but not the path field itself. If you need to enter an SMB network path via a web browser and then open it in File Explorer, something seems off. Why can't I access it directly in the file browser without using a web browser? What comes next? Making a directory on the hard drive using Photoshop?
It needs a hidden shortcut code. In "stupid Windows" most button actions are replaced by drop-down options. MacOS seems the most user-friendly, yet I still need to memorize shortcuts like in old DOS times? My friend claims MacOS is top-notch and doesn’t know the simple “Ctrl+K” trick. It feels like everything works best with what’s popular, without comparing it to other software or tools.
Use the dropdown for connection options. Go to 'connect to server' and select your keyboard shortcut.
I prefer typing paths directly on the keyboard rather than connecting to any server or choosing from menus. Whether it's an SMB path or a local one, I want full control. The truth is, operating systems act as the bridge between hardware, software, and users. More options mean more flexibility, especially for those new to technology. Similarly, better hardware that works smoothly with just a plug-and-play setup is what makes an OS valuable.