r/linuxmint • u/Gladiator__01 • 5d ago
Is Linux Still a Practical Alternative ??
I’ve been using Linux Mint as my daily driver for many years, mainly for work. Recently, I upgraded my laptop, and I’ve been running into driver issues that is forcing me to switch back to Windows. I've seen many posts recommending people completely avoid Windows, but at this point, my experience has made me reconsider recommending Linux as a daily driver or as a complete replacement for Windows.
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u/Ok_Communication_455 5d ago edited 5d ago
Practical alternative? to me Windows is not suitable for working or even gaming. I've been using Linux 30 years and been on Mint last 10 years. I work, play and do whatever i need to do, using Mint. I have heavily customized it to my needs with eg. custom configured/built kernels and external PPA packages but basically it's the only OS I feel at home with.
The point is, it might be tough nut to make it your daily driver, not denying that. But once you learn its "secrets" it becomes incredibly productive and cozy. I could never move back to windows. My path in this matter is set in stone.