The major difference is that in Linux the users can access and alter the kernel which is the very foundation of the program while Windows has a close-sourced code foundation. Linux is constantly being updated so any bugs or issues are worked out. The next major difference is the licensing freedom versus the licensing restrictions. Windows allows you to install the operating system into one computer while Linux allows one license to be used in multiple computers. Customer support is actually handled similarly between the two operating systems. Linux and Windows users can rely on the information online and from other users or can purchase professional help desk assistance. Most people feel more comfortable with Windows because they have a contact that they can use to resolve issues. Linux still does not work one hundred percent on personal laptops or computers but this is improving. Finally Linux has a centralized location of all programs and applications that a user might need to install. With Windows the user needs to know what program or disc that they need to
The major difference is that in Linux the users can access and alter the kernel which is the very foundation of the program while Windows has a close-sourced code foundation. Linux is constantly being updated so any bugs or issues are worked out. The next major difference is the licensing freedom versus the licensing restrictions. Windows allows you to install the operating system into one computer while Linux allows one license to be used in multiple computers. Customer support is actually handled similarly between the two operating systems. Linux and Windows users can rely on the information online and from other users or can purchase professional help desk assistance. Most people feel more comfortable with Windows because they have a contact that they can use to resolve issues. Linux still does not work one hundred percent on personal laptops or computers but this is improving. Finally Linux has a centralized location of all programs and applications that a user might need to install. With Windows the user needs to know what program or disc that they need to