What is the difference between Windows and Linux which is better for performance and security?

Answer 1

This question is subjective because everyone's use for their computer is different. Use whatever fits your workflow. If you play big-title Video Games or use Windows-specific applications, then use Windows.

Answer 2

That's like asking about Coke vs. Pepsi. Each has its passionate defenders. But it does depend somewhat on how you want to use the machine. Graphics professionals, for instance, typically prefer the Mac.

Also, Windows is an operating system. Versions include Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and 7.

The Macintosh is a computer. Models include Mac Mini, MacBook, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac and Mac Pro.

Answer 3

Linux, however, as Mac is based on Linux in many ways, Mac is better than Windows.

I don't want a flame war (this is a touchy topic) so all I will say is this. Linux is free, open source, fast and very secure, Mac is usually the last 2 of those, fast and secure, Windows is non.

Answer 4

Unix no longer exists as a single operating system. Instead, it is more of a specification for other operating systems to follow. Linux is mostly compliant with such specifications, and is far more popular and has better support than other Unix or Unix-like implementations, such as Solaris or HP-UX.

The above statement is not true. I use Unix and Linux every day at work. The thing that differenciates the two is basically licensing, ownership, and the type of kernel. There are several companies that make Unix's's's. Sun is the propriatary Unix giant, but there are others. Berkley Software Distrobution (BSD) is also a Unix operating system. All of the Unix systems stem from the same line of code at some point or another.

Linux on the other hand stemmed out the basements of thousands of dedicated users and they *MOSTLY* copy the unix experience. There are many Linux distributions out there and each satisfies its own nitche.

In my opinion, Solaris has a lot more innovative initiatives in the realm of self-healing architecture, machine virtualization, etc. But most of those technologies are only useful if you are doing something particularly strange with your computers. For the 'casual' user, I would suggest Linux over Unix anyday. It is easier to use and far more light-weight.

Answer 5

The question of which OS to use depends on the applications you wish to use, If you're planning to run a webserver or database server, you probably want Linux but if you plan to run MS Office and internet Explorer, they only run on Windows (Linux has similar programs but they are different.)

Please clarify your question with the applications you wish to run so that we can more accurately answer your question.

Answer 6

In all technicality it's a wash.

Comparatively, they are both in use of the same parts manufacturers.

However, by OS, Mac is renowned for having the better interface, something that Windows has been attempting to improve for years.

Though Windows based computers are known for customization, something Apple does not allow in its products, causing its users to suffer when it comes to games.

Many people have brought up price issues and while it is true that Windows based computers are cheaper, they can cost you more if you're not careful.

Answer 7

Mac is better for people who know how to use it and it has applications which do what the user needs to do.

Windows is better for people who know how to use it and it has applications which do what the user needs to do.

Basically, it depends on what the user likes and needs.

Answer 8

It all depends on preference.

Linux is like a toy car made of LEGO's. You can add stuff, take it apart and rebuild it however you want, change components, etc. You can change Linux however you like to suit your needs. Even if it breaks, you can slap on another component and Linux will work just fine.

On the other hand, Windows is like a pre-built model car that can't work without specific parts especially designed for it. It may be convenient, but what you get is how it stays, not to mention it will cost you more. If it breaks, you may have to wait a long time for new parts to come in and replace the one you broke.