…Or great alternatives exist Let me start by addressing the biggest potential downside of Linux, which is software compatibility. Most users worry that they wouldn't be able to run the apps…
…And I faced a similar issue a few months ago when I was testing Tails OS, which shipped with a fairly old version of the Linux kernel. That had compatibility issues with…
…The conversation, however, consistently misses the fact that Linux has decisively won somewhere else entirely. The Steam Deck runs SteamOS, which is a Linux-based OS, and has delivered an experience that…
…But in 2018, Valve introduced Proton, a compatibility layer based on Wine with a major focus on enabling Windows games to run on Linux without emulation. It had humble beginnings, but it…
…So, Valve decided to take the onus off the developers and instead create Proton, a compatibility layer. With Proton, Linux distros could run Windows games without the developers needing to lift a…
…and more Linux projects ditch X11. Whether it's a distro dropping support or a desktop environment moving to a full-Wayland implementation, development teams are banking on X11 compatibility tools to…
…WSL2 is genuinely better in setup, compatibility, and raw performance — better isn't the same as native, though. The moment you start working with the Linux file system, networking, and USB passthrough…
…Its software compatibility, gaming ecosystem, enterprise presence, and familiarity still make it the easiest choice for millions of users, myself included in many cases. But Linux continues offering ideas that feel refreshingly…
…After all, their tiny form-factor, affordable price tags, and solid compatibility with popular Linux distros (and packages) made them the perfect tinkering companions. But that’s all in the past now…
…OmniDrive only works with specific Blu-ray drives Make sure your drive is compatible before attempting to install the custom firmware The Disc Preservation Project Wiki includes a list of compatible optical…