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Computer operating systems are a lot like food in that tastes in them vary greatly. They also are similar to
food in that not everyone needs the same types, nor wants the same thing. The majority of personal
computers owned by average Joe's and Jane's are most likely to feature a version of Microsoft's Windows
while businesses might run either Windows or some version of Linux. Every individual and every
business uses computers for different reasons and as the operating system is the backbone of every
computer it's important to make sure you're using the operating system that you can benefit from the
most.
For the majority of users Windows is going to be the logical or even default choice. Windows has been
the dominant operating system for well roughly 20 years and is compatible with upwards of 98% of
software. Many Windows users don't actually choose Windows as their system but since it's packaged in
with the vast majority of new PC's these users are unaware that there are alternatives. For those who are
aware of alternative operating systems they often choose Windows as their primary operating system for
compatibility reasons. Some even go so far as to install Windows side by side another operating system
such as Linux. Windows users enjoy being part of a group that has very few compatibility issues, plenty
of regular updates, as well as regular major releases every couple of years. Windows is a great operating
system for those individuals and businesses who want to use their computers for every day activities like
conducting business, building websites, putting reports together, and surfing the Internet, among many
others. Windows users also have the easiest time finding Orange County computer support when they
encounter problems with their PC's.
The most popular alternative to Microsoft's Windows is Linux. Though regular updates are provided to
Windows users free of charge, Windows upgrades are released on average, every couple years and in
order to maintain the ability to run the latest hardware and software users will be asked to pay a fairly
steep price for new versions of Windows, which often includes nothing more than an enhanced/revamped
graphical user interface and sometimes becomes more complicated for the average user. Depending on
the version, Linux is generally free of charge. There still exists a stigma that only tech geeks will
understand and be capable of using one of the many versions of Linux, but with the release of Linux
systems like Ubuntu, Xubuntu, and even Kubuntu, the learning curve for Linux has been brought way
down. Not only do most modern versions of Linux now resemble Windows making them easier to use for
individuals with little technical savvy but Linux is now much more compatible with programs that once
ran only under Windows. Many people who have become frustrated with the price of Windows, the
operating system's vulnerability to attacks, it's proprietary tendencies, and closed system have turned to
Linux.
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The few Windows based programs that don't have a Linux alternative can be run through Wine, a
program designed specifically to run Windows applications on a Linux operating system. Though some
businesses may run a Linux server operating system it remains mainly an alternative for users who want a
richer and more secure experience on a computer. It used to be that in order to get support or technical
assistance for a Linux operating system you had to know someone who possessed a high level of
technical ability but these days even many Orange County PC repair companies have begun offering
services for help with the many different versions of Linux.
With Windows having the largest penetration rate amongst individual and business users and Linux
quickly gaining ground in the compatibility and popularity departments, you might think that there's no
other operating system to consider. Apple's Macintosh however is what some in the computer world refer
to as a sleeping giant. Mac's utilize Unix, which Linux is based off of and is as solid and reliable as
Linux. In the past compatibility issues have kept a great many people from choosing a Mac over a PC
though in more recent times Wine for Mac's, much like the version found in Linux has become a powerful
tool with which to run Windows based programs.
As Wine improves Mac's will undoubtedly become more popular among home users. Business wise
however Mac's have long been the operating system/computers of choice for those whom render movies,
graphics, and record music. In time however expect to see Mac's share the spotlight with Windows and
Linux based PC's as the operating systems becomes more compatible with commercial and popular
software. Many Orange County computer support specialists now offer services that can help owners with
their Mac's should they have any issues with the operating system. This is another indication that the
popularity of Mac's is steadily growing.
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