I switched from Windows to Linux and these 4 habits held me back
How-To Geek • • technology
Key Points:
- Transitioning from Windows to Linux presented initial challenges due to different system management approaches, but developing Linux-specific workflows improved productivity and understanding over time.
- Unlike Windows' graphical Services.msc, Linux requires command-line tools like systemctl and nmcli to manage services and network connections, eliminating the need for frequent reboots to fix issues.
- Linux software installation via the terminal using package managers like apt streamlines the process, allowing batch installations and updates that significantly enhance efficiency compared to Windows' manual installer approach.
- Desktop customization on Linux involves using terminal commands to add repositories and install themes or icon packs, which is faster and more flexible than Windows' typical method of downloading skin packs.
- Initial fear of the Linux command line is common
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