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Looking back at my transition from Windows to Linux


I am a computer professional that helps the public with technology. I have been troubleshooting computer problems for over 25 years.

Starting with the release of Windows 11, Microsoft’s shady tactics increased to the point where it’s no longer a viable option for an operating system, unless you don’t mind that your desktop is used as an advertising platform, or being forced to allow Copilot, Recall and OneDrive abuse the relationship to your data. Recently an intense feeding frenzy for control over the user experience rose to an all time high. And then we have our friends in Europe that passed the Digital Markets Act, challenging Apple’s stranglehold on the App Store.

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