5 Things Linux Does Better Than Mac OS X

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Oct 2, 2010

“Were it not for Windows’ long-standing installed base and
overwhelming market dominance, it seems unlikely that anyone would
argue seriously for the merit of the operating system, plagued as
it is by high prices, security problems and vendor lock-in.

“Apple OS X, however, is another matter. Though certainly a
minority, Mac fans are passionate and vocal enough to make it clear
that Apple must be doing something right–whether that “something”
has anything to do with the technology or not.

“As an outspoken fan of Linux, I’ll make no bones about where my
preference lies–and that I think the success of the Mac is mostly
a matter of marketing. Whatever your own personal beliefs, though,
there’s no denying that there are certain things Linux clearly does
better than Mac OS X. If you’re trying to decide on a platform for
your business, these factors are worth keeping in mind.”


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Web Webster

Web Webster

Web Webster has more than 20 years of writing and editorial experience in the tech sector. He’s written and edited news, demand generation, user-focused, and thought leadership content for business software solutions, consumer tech, and Linux Today, he edits and writes for a portfolio of tech industry news and analysis websites including webopedia.com, and DatabaseJournal.com.

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