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Linux offers control, security, and freedom, but its learning curve, software, and hardware issues may challenge some users.

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One year on Linux, two distros, a few tears, four desktop environments, and zero regrets about leaving Windows.

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Both also offer good solutions for customers who are tired of dealing with Windows' stability and security issues—or who would like to add multimedia features for work or play. Linspire and ...