Why I Use Linux: Arlie’s Story
The “Why I Use Linux” series continues. Today I am presenting a story written by Arlie Morris of Chino Hills, CA. Arlie is concerned with the upkeep that Windows has and became amazed at how much easier life can be with Linux.
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I wrote this letter last month but didn’t know anyone to send it to that even cared about which OS I use. I love Windows XP but it’s the upkeep that bugs me.
I’ve tried using Linux in the past without success, I just installed Ubuntu last week because I had an extra computer and Linux is free so I was going to setup a system just for the Internet. OMG (Oh My Google), I’ll say it again “OMG”, I’m in shock. After a short learning curve I’m impressed beyond my ability to express myself. I have realized I have wasted thousands of dollars and untold zillions of hours supporting uncle Bill. I’ve just discovered the “Emperor isn’t wearing any clothes”,
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