Users who only surf the Internet and play Steam games may be more suitable to use Linux system

[ Gearbest Technology News]A recent report pointed out that the user base for Linux has been expanding in recent years. For ordinary users who only use browsers and Steam, the Linux experience is already better than Windows 11.

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In the system setup process, the process for mainstream Linux distributions is simpler. Users who choose popular distributions such as Ubuntu, Fedora, and Linux Mint only need to complete username and password settings, time zone selection, optional networking and driver configuration to enter the system, and the installation package is smaller in size and downloads faster. In contrast, the unboxing setup process of Windows 11 requires forcing the Internet to connect to the Internet, logging into a Microsoft account, selecting privacy settings multiple times, and skipping promotional content. The steps are cumbersome and time-consuming.

Previously, the public generally believed that using Linux requires mastering terminal commands, but this perception is no longer in line with the current situation. Popular Linux distributions are equipped with graphical application stores and system update tools. Ordinary users do not need to use a terminal to install software or update the system. They may only need to call the command line when a fault occurs. This situation is consistent with the logic that when a Windows system has a problem, it needs to use the command prompt to repair it.

In terms of browser support, the Linux platform can use almost all mainstream browsers, including Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, etc. The experience of browsing the web, using extensions, and synchronizing data across devices is no different from the Windows platform. Edge also supports DRM-related protocols and can play higher-quality streaming media content on Linux.

In terms of gaming experience, the Proton compatibility layer has been continuously updated since the launch of Steam Deck in 2022. Currently, most games developed for Windows can run smoothly on Linux. The performance of some games is even better than that of the Windows platform. Only a small number of games equipped with kernel-level anti-cheating are not supported for the time being. At the same time, Linux is also a platform that natively supports a variety of mainstream emulators, suitable for users with game simulation needs.

Industry insiders say that the current Linux system has been greatly optimized compared with ten years ago, and is a highly complete alternative for ordinary users who only use basic functions.