I claimed: "Even Microsoft recommends users of Windows 11 to install a virus scanner." Which is fact. Microsoft will never admit that their operating system can be easily compromised. That would be horrible marketing. But the fact that they blanket recommend without exception the use of anti-virus software even when their latest OS is running in "S mode" or secure mode certainly implies that as @earth_imperator points out above. And now you call me "way too invested in your OS, lol." Dude, you're the guy who ranted 5 posts on page 8 of this 9 page thread. You have been posting on this thread far more frequently than anyone else here and you say that I'm way too invested in windows? What are you 14? I happen to spend most of my time using Windows. Where I work, IT puts McAfee on all Window systems unless they are behind a firewall without access to the internet. And they set the virus scanner up in such a way that you cannot ever disable it. The Macs don't run any virus or malware protection.
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I claimed: "Even Microsoft recommends users of Windows 11 to install a virus scanner." Which is fact. Microsoft will never admit that their operating system can be easily compromised. That would be horrible marketing. But the fact that they blanket recommend without exception the use of anti-virus software even when their latest OS is running in "S mode" or secure mode certainly implies that as @earth_imperator points out above. And now you call me "way too invested in your OS, lol." Dude, you're the guy who ranted 5 posts on page 8 of this 9 page thread. You have been posting on this thread far more frequently than anyone else here and you say that I'm way too invested in windows? What are you 14? I happen to spend most of my time using Windows. Where I work, IT puts McAfee on all Window systems unless they are behind a firewall without access to the internet. And they set the virus scanner up in such a way that you cannot ever disable it. The Macs don't run any virus or malware protection.
So does every Linux manual advise to keep all unused ports closed and to be vigilant about intrusions. There are just hardly any corporates that cater to Linux users because you guys are such incredible cheapskates. Not worth the effort. What you don't understand (most likely because you are a hobby user) is that almost all intrusions don't happen through bugs or loopholes in operating systems but because of misuse of software applications and the overall naivete of consumers. The minute you grant a specific app on Linux access to the internet or open a port your system can be completely compromised. Has nothing whatsoever to do with the OS but whether you as end-user vetted an app or not. I can write a Linux app today and if you open the app and grant it access then I can take over your system in minutes.
You completely misunderstand the "S" mode because you have a big huge linux bat up your ass. You want to misconstrue everything just so that your OS choice comes out on top. Dude, use whatever you want if that makes you happy then that's great. But what is a big fat lie is to talk about the stability of Linux and to then come along and debate how to get a windows designed and targeted software application running on a Linux emulator which is still in 2022 notoriously buggy and full of issues. That is pathetic!!! A perfect example of twisting yourself so many times around your own spine until you can't stand the pain anymore. And that you are full of lies shows in your claim of your company using McAfee. No self-respecting corporate would ever use that in 2022. And either a corporate network is behind a firewall or it is not. There is no "if the machines are behind a firewall". Almost everything you speak of clearly demonstrates that you have not the slightest clue of what you are talking about...
In contrast @d08 knows what he talks about, he can articulate his rational behind his thoughts and arguments, it's just that we seem to disagree on some points on this issue. You, in contrast, make up lies as you go along and in every other sentence you prove you have not the slightest clue.
You completely misunderstand the "S" mode because you have a big huge linux bat up your ass. You want to misconstrue everything just so that your OS choice comes out on top. Dude, use whatever you want if that makes you happy then that's great. But what is a big fat lie is to talk about the stability of Linux and to then come along and debate how to get a windows designed and targeted software application running on a Linux emulator which is still in 2022 notoriously buggy and full of issues. That is pathetic!!! A perfect example of twisting yourself so many times around your own spine until you can't stand the pain anymore. And that you are full of lies shows in your claim of your company using McAfee. No self-respecting corporate would ever use that in 2022. And either a corporate network is behind a firewall or it is not. There is no "if the machines are behind a firewall". Almost everything you speak of clearly demonstrates that you have not the slightest clue of what you are talking about...
In contrast @d08 knows what he talks about, he can articulate his rational behind his thoughts and arguments, it's just that we seem to disagree on some points on this issue. You, in contrast, make up lies as you go along and in every other sentence you prove you have not the slightest clue.
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You live in the past.
"iOS is a mobile operating system which is provided by Apple Incorporation. It is mainly designed for Apple mobile devices like iPhone and iPod Touch. It was earlier known as iPhone OS. It is a Unix-like operating systems which is based on Darwin(BSD) operating system"
"Android is a mobile operating system based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software, designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets."
"macOS is a Unix operating system developed and marketed by Apple Inc. since 2001. It is the primary operating system for Apple's Mac computers. Within the market of desktop and laptop computers it is the second most widely used desktop OS"
Literally every cloud service that you know of runs a Linux system.
"Linux servers are widely used today and considered amongst the most popular due to their stability, security, and flexibility, which outstrip standard Windows servers. Another major benefit of using Linux over closed-source software like Windows is that the former is fully open-source"
Specially these guys
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Windows was used heavily in the 90s and 20s because there was a monopoly coming from hardware vendors that wrote drivers only for Windows, but since hardware drivers have become open source Windows is losing users day after day, simply for the reason that you don't have to pay a license to run a OS, the very same way you don't pay a license to run Android on your mobile, it is simply a waste of money to do it.
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2016/08/25-awesome-unexpected-things-powered-linux
Today Windows runs on 72% of servers worldwide vs a 14% run by Linux. Source : Statistica
Then I clearly referenced Linux systems, not derivatives such as iOS, Android, or Mac OS. Almost all money made in software that is targeted towards Linux is not made based on licensing fees but service contracts.
But that was one of the most minor points I made re Linux. Linux is an awesome OS for the right use case. For the average at home retail investor / trader its an incredibly stupid choice. For the paranoid schizophrenic who thinks the FBI is interested in breaking into his PC then perhaps Linux also serves its purposes in making the poor soul believe he or she is safe because he or she runs Linux. I think I made my point. Carry on lads, and continue to share with each other tips and tricks how you overcome all the wine emulation errors and issues.
Then I clearly referenced Linux systems, not derivatives such as iOS, Android, or Mac OS. Almost all money made in software that is targeted towards Linux is not made based on licensing fees but service contracts.
But that was one of the most minor points I made re Linux. Linux is an awesome OS for the right use case. For the average at home retail investor / trader its an incredibly stupid choice. For the paranoid schizophrenic who thinks the FBI is interested in breaking into his PC then perhaps Linux also serves its purposes in making the poor soul believe he or she is safe because he or she runs Linux. I think I made my point. Carry on lads, and continue to share with each other tips and tricks how you overcome all the wine emulation errors and issues.
You are making up numbers boy, can you provide any link that backs those statistics?
I never said anything about installing Windows. Installation is about the same as any other user friendly Linux distro. I was talking about installing Visual Studio and its many components.
The official name is Windows Subsystem for Linux, there is no need to point out that it's version 2. We already assume it's the latest version.
All the native customisation KDE offers is useful. Windows is like buying a standard vehicle off the lot and that's what you have. Linux is like a WRC racing car where you want everything configured to your liking. It makes my workflow faster and more enjoyable. Worth it for me. If you think standard Windows setup is decent then we can just disagree because for me it's unusable. I use tools like Yakuake as I do a lot of the things in terminals, I have keyboard shortcuts and scripting set up how I like it so sometimes before market open, I might compile and upload binary files to cloud within seconds. The same thing would be much more cumbersome in Windows.
Not sure what you're talking about here. I don't use Windows apps. Software written for Windows is specific and emulators can only do so much. Use native Linux applications instead and you have no problems. Or else use a VM (which is nearly the same as using WSL2 in Windows).
You seem to have a hardon for Windows. I just use the better, more capable system. There's a reason Microsoft developers admitted to using Linux to design many of the tools.
Windows security issues are well detailed and if you update often then you're likely to not have many problems. But skip updated for a while and it's a disaster waiting to happen. Not the same in Linux.
Now you're just straight up lying. The applications on the page are examples, nothing else. That's like going to look at Windows, see examples of Office and say "see, they only have this office tools suite and nothing else".
KDE has both GIMP and Krita available. Both run circles around Paint. Krita is a free Photoshop alternative but it's much more user friendly, I'd not use Photoshop again.
People also used to buy a lot of GM cars, until they didn't. The mainstream is slow to catch up with anything, especially technology. Most serious enterprises absolutely have Linux versions of their software, it's only the smaller ones which don't have the resources to release Linux versions.
From advertising screens to train station terminals: Linux is used in a variety of kiosk and signage situations around the world — far too many to list individually!
Now this one I'm not sure about. I've seen many airport information screens run Windows, how do I know this? They're displaying a BSOD or a recovery screen when you walk by...
And I've seen multiple ATMs running Windows show the BSOD, embarrassing.
Sure, but you being so surprised shows you are not quite that informed.
https://www.statista.com/statistics/915085/global-server-share-by-os/
https://www.statista.com/statistics/915085/global-server-share-by-os/