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Why is Linux better for productivity
And why I became a nerdy Linux lover
Over twenty years ago, a colleague introduced me to Linux, and I was quickly converted from a Windows user to a Linux lover. And I never looked back. One compelling reason was that right away, I found Linux to be better for my productivity and workflow.
I think the advantages are compelling, not only for individual users at home, but also for workers and companies. If you are thinking of trying out Linux, these are my observations on the personal and workflow boosts that I would argue can come from working in Linux.
Of course, there’s the fact that it’s free. Also, since it runs well on older computers, you can save money by keeping your older hardware, and get more life and productivity out of devices that some other OS (operating slop) might want you to leave behind.
Now there are some reasons that may be less compelling nowadays. For example, Linux has always come with a built-in virtual PDF printer or easily installed PDF utilities for creating PDFs. More free PDF utilities are standard now in other operating systems and office suites, but I still find the stock generic virtual printer, and the one that comes with my LibreOffice suite, easier to work with.
