Is Linux Getting More Popular?
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Most popular operating systems of 2020: The more things change… According to Net Applications, desktop Linux is making a surge. … That’s not surprising, but Linux — yes Linux — seems to have jumped from 1.36% share in March to 2.87% share in April.

The Linux kernel, created by Linus Torvalds, was made available to the world for free. … Thousands of programmers began working to enhance Linux, and the operating system grew rapidly. Because it is free and runs on PC platforms, it gained a sizeable audience among hard-core developers very quickly.

Is Linux worth it 2020?

If you want the best UI, best desktop apps, then Linux probably isn’t for you, but it’s still a good learning experience if you’ve never used a UNIX or UNIX-alike before. Personally, I don’t bother with it on the desktop any more, but that isn’t to say you shouldn’t.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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