"But can Linux install things via a single .exe file? HAHAH EAT IT NERD!"
- 10'ish years ago past me, before discovering the magical wonders of the package manager
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With app images it's easier than installing. Although the chmod step will deter the typical windows user
I found since people are used to app stores, I've had a much easier time convincing people to try out Linux. My mom even said that she always wished her windows PC had a proper app store.
Kinda weird that they're calling it an OS, but ig they're just trying to cater to the windows audience
KDE neon is what they're selling
Windows 11 takes your money, gives you ads, sells your information and ignores your bug reports and feature requests
KDE is free, ad-free and open to contribution
I think we have a clear winner here
And then I have to install a windows vm to be able to play all my games properly. And the practical benefit of switching is basically zero for the normal user