What is one advantage of using Linux rather than a window operating system on a desktop?

Answer 1

Linux runs it's graphics entire in user space. Windows runs much of it in kernel space. When the graphics core of Windows crashes, the entire system goes down. When the graphics core in Linux crashes, it can easily be restarted without rebooting the computer.

And Linux

1-It is for free.

2-It has open source

Answer 2

The advantage of using a Linux OS over Microsoft OS is that Linux uses less resources(i.e. hardware) than Microsoft OS. Microsoft operating systems come pre packaged with tons of appilcations whereas Linux applications can be added as needed and only uses the resources needed to run the processes that you select.

Answer 3

There are many advantages and disadvantages to a Linux computer. Most experts will agree that two of the main advantages to a Linux computer are the lower cost and higher security compared to other computers.

Answer 4

Free (as in no cost)

Open Source (can tinker with the code at will [if that's your wish])

No need for upgrades (if you use rolling release distros)

Choice (distributions, desktop environnments, window managers... all up to you)

Less malware (fewer viruses/worms/trojans/etc that target Linux)

Tends to run better on computers with lower resources

Answer 5

Linux is free vs some versions of unix require a license fee.