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What are the silliest reasons people have given you for not wanting to try Linux? (lemmy.world)
submitted 11 months ago by to c/linux@lemmy.ml
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The best one I've ever heard is they like the Microsoft wallpapers. Yes i told them you can use them on linux too. But they argued with me that they wouldn't be compatible.

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[–] 7 points 11 months ago* (3 children)

My friend said they didnt want to try linux on their laptop because they wanted to buy a new laptop.

I wish I had that problem, I'd jump at the chance to save $2000 and preserve my current device by switching to a free operating system.

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  • [–] 4 points 11 months ago (1 child)

    Is there some agency out there that I am not aware of that stops you from buying new hardware if you are a Linux user?

    One of my favourite things about Linux is that it runs so well on old hardware. I have some pretty old kit that still serves me well.

    Bit it runs even better on more powerful hardware. No reason not to upgrade if you have the means.

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  • [–] 1 point 11 months ago

    I think its some gymnastics being preformed. They really want the new macbook and they're telling themselves they HAVE to spend that because their old device isnt good enough. If their old devices suddenly starts doing the job then shelling out 2k for a new laptop becomes unreasonable.

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    "Well perfect! Get the new one just so you have a safety net, I'll istall Linux on the old one and you can play around with it, and when you decide that Linux is actually the best, you can install it on your main machine! If Linux ends up not being for you, I'll prob buy the old laptop for cheap if you want a few extra bucks."

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