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From Windows 7 to Linux:ZorinOS

When Windows 8 is released, there is a reason why so many users still use Windows 7, and that is familiarity. Users have been working in the same desktop environment for more than a decade, and they don't want to move to a more touchscreen-based platform like Windows 8. So, which version would you choose? The first thing you have to consider is the desktop environment. Why? Because this is where you can attract these Windows 7 users right away. What version of this task could be better than ZorinOS?

ZorinOS is specifically designed as an alternative to Windows and Mac systems, so it makes a lot of effort to mimic the look and feel of Windows and Mac desktops. In fact, it's hard to find a Linux version other than ZorinOS that can transfer perfectly from Windows 7 to Linux while keeping the Linux system so powerful and flexible.

Except for the desktop environment, because ZorinOS is entirely based on the Ubuntu system, beneath its "appearance", ZorinOS and Ubuntu work in the same way (so there is little need to worry about hardware not being detected). With the software already in place, you have the perfect Linux version for Windows 7 users.

Note: however, there are two versions of ZorinOS: Zorin Ultimate and Zorin Core. Zorin Core is free, but it doesn't contain almost all the software you can find in Zorin Ultimate. If you want an out-of-the-box version for all Windows 7 users, I highly recommend buying Zorin Ultimate (which costs about $20). Of course, if you don't want to pay for the Ultimate version, you can also install almost everything you need from the package management tools included with the Core version.

From Windows 8 to Linux: Ubuntu GNOME

Let's take a look at Windows 8, which brings a touchscreen-centric environment that changes the way users interact with computers. The old startup menu, panel, and system tray desktop have been replaced by the touch screen environment interface. If you are looking for the best environment that can bring different experiences to Linux novices, and with the best features, there is nothing more suitable than Ubuntu GNOME.

Ubuntu GNOME is the best integration between the worlds of Ubuntu and GNOME. The Unity interface has been replaced by a modern, elegant, simple, and user-friendly desktop, so Ubuntu GNOME won't cause too much trouble to any user from Windows 8. This version is not only based on the latest long-supported Ubuntu release (which will be supported for a long time), but also uses the latest stable version of the GNOME desktop-which means that users will be able to enjoy an incredibly stable experience.

From Mac to Linux:lementary OS

There is no doubt that the absolute winner of this game is Elementary OS. Although the look and feel of Elementary OS is very similar to that of OS X desktops, there are actually more advantages. Elementary OS is also based on Linux, except that it takes many of the design elements of the Mac X desktop.

Any Mac user using Elementary OS's desktop environment will feel "at home" (using Mac). With such familiar documentation and a familiar application menu, Elementary OS is always at the top of my list of best distributions. If we are discussing migration with Mac users, there is no better alternative to Mac than Elementary OS.

One thing that Mac users will be grateful for is that Elementary OS developers have done a good job of maintaining desktop consistency. From dock, to panels, menus, to included apps, you can't find a single element that looks or feels like you don't belong.

I'm going to give a warning about Elementary OS here. You need to install a good browser (because its built-in Epiphany-a browser is not supported by many commonly used sites), and you need to download the installation package from the official LibreOffice website to install LibreOffice (because the installation package found in Elementary OS's software center is a bit out of date).

From Android to Linux:Ubuntu

This may seem like an extended topic, but given that Android dominates the global market, you may encounter a mobile device-centric user who may need an Linux desktop to make him feel at home all the time. For me, Ubuntu is the most obvious winner. Why? Compared with other systems, Ubuntu Unity does an excellent job on the desktop, making the desktop feel like an all-inclusive interface. If you prefer, you can include online search results (disabled by default), which can be found in almost every mobile environment. Similarly, the Unity HUD menu system is one of the most unique menu systems that can be found in any interface system. With the Unity HUD menu system, users can rely less on the mouse (just as they used to work on mobile devices supported by Android).

Of course, Ubuntu also provides the most stable desktop platform on the market, so the user experience is almost perfect.

There is always a Linux distribution for you.

One important thing to keep in mind is that there will always be a Linux distribution for you. But for those from special circumstances, I highly recommend finding a favorite version of Linux to help them make a seamless transition. Give yourself a chance to try and see if you can easily experience the power of open source and Linux.

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