Linux is a Better Teacher

Posted by khess on Mar 25, 2010 10:30 AM EDT
DaniWeb; By Ken Hess
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When it comes to learning about computers, one operating system has the edge. Productivity, however, is a different story.

I learned a little from my dalliances with Apple products. I learned a lot from PCs running DOS and Windows. I've learned the most about computers from Linux. However, productivity-wise, the order goes in reverse. The learning curve with Linux is at least twice as long compared to Windows and many times longer compared to Mac. If deep understanding of computer architecture, programming and operating systems is important to you, start with Linux and enjoy the others as curiosities or productivity tools.

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More productive? How do you quantify that as a general rule caitlyn 29 1,549 Apr 1, 2010 6:51 PM

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