Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 today and that means many systems out there that are unsupported by Windows 11 will not be able to upgrade. Of course there are ways to upgrade it by bypassing the system requirements with third-party apps like Flyoobe and Rufus, among others.
A few months ago, The Document Foundation, makers of the popular LibreOffice app, one of the best alternatives to Microsoft Office, shared a list of reasons highlighting some of the "real costs" of using Windows 11 instead of switching over to Linux.
Now on the eve of the end of Windows 10 support, The Document Foundation has once more reminded users about all the reasons why Linux is better. It believes that those with devices that can not upgrade to Windows 11 officially should switch to Linux instead of buying a whole new PC which is Microsoft"s official recommendation, and a Copilot+ PC especially, is the best way forward.
The Document Foundation has listed ten reasons why it feels Linux instead of a new Windows 11 PC is the best way forward for those stuck on old Windows 10 systems. It says: "If you’re tired of struggling with your operating system instead of getting work done, it might be time to reconsider your setup. Linux isn’t just for servers and developers; it’s also a viable alternative to Windows for desktop use. Whether you’re looking for better performance, greater privacy, or a more intuitive user experience, Linux is the answer."
The foundation thinks Linux can be a replacement for Windows particularly for users frustrated by forced updates and random restarts and interruptions. Unlike Windows, Linux could allow greater control over when and how updates are applied; although Microsoft is making this aspect of Windows better with hotpatching.
Performance is another area where Linux should win as some of its distros can certainly be quite lightweight. The blog post says "Linux is generally faster than Windows, particularly on older PCs. It starts up faster, uses less RAM, and does not slow down due to background processes. Your old PC will be given a new lease of life and will continue to function well for years to come."
A bloat-free experience is also what is promised on the Linux side. If you are bothered by that then Linux could be better for you and bloatware certainly can impact the performance of your system, especially if it is a fairly old one.
You can find the full list of reasons here on the blog post on The Document Foundation"s official website. They certainly do seem quite compelling and if you are indeed on such a PC that cannot be upgraded officially, then you can very well consider these reasons. In fact, if enough people agree with the blog post and decide to switch, and given that millions of PCs are not eligible for Windows 11, we could really see the Year of Linux finally in 2025.