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4 Reasons to Choose Linux for Art and Design

Written By
LTS
Linux Today Staff
Feb 15, 2021

While Apple’s macOS, iOS, and hardware may command a substantial portion of the creative & design tech space, they’re not the only option.

Linux and open source in general have matured into a more-than-capable ecosystem for creators of all stripes. Reliability, low cost, and a non-proprietary worldview work together to deliver applications whose results often exceed those of their better known, fruit-flavored siblings.

Looking for a reason to dive into a Linux-based audio creation, design, or photography? Here are four reasons why it’s the right move.

LTS

Linux Today Staff

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