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ZDNET key takeaways
New Linux users have lots of distros to choose from.
This list mostly consists of lesser-known systems.
Each makes it easy to migrate from Windows to Linux.
The open-source operating system Linux has been on a slow and steady climb, but the effort is starting to pay off. As more people want less AI, more privacy, and a better overall experience, Linux is becoming more popular.
However, as most users don't like change, finding an operating system that isn't Windows but is just as easy to use can be daunting.
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That's why I'm here. I've created my latest list of Linux distributions that could be your best bet when migrating from Windows. You might be surprised to discover that the list includes distributions you may never have heard of. Even with their lack of attention and mainstream coverage, these Linux distros offer everything a user needs, and then some.
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