Unless computer companies include Linux with their PC’s, it will never get general adoption.
No average user will follow instructions on how to boot Linux distro installer, especially when there are multiple steps needed to do so, such as on UEFI systems.
Several companies sell computers that have Linux by default, System76’s Pop_OS! being one example.
I get that its not a big brand like Dell or Lenovo (who I think sells some Linux laptops? Could be wrong), but they’re out there and the distro is just gonna be dependent on the company selling the machines.
Unless computer companies include Linux with their PC’s, it will never get general adoption.
No average user will follow instructions on how to boot Linux distro installer, especially when there are multiple steps needed to do so, such as on UEFI systems.
This is the real answer. Defaults are king. Most people don’t even bother to customize their settings on any platform, let alone change platforms.
Very few people go out of their way to install a different OS than the one a device came with. Many people don’t even realize you can.
Ok, which version of Linux should go onto mass devices for users?
I’m just going to grab some popcorn and stand over here…
Several companies sell computers that have Linux by default, System76’s Pop_OS! being one example.
I get that its not a big brand like Dell or Lenovo (who I think sells some Linux laptops? Could be wrong), but they’re out there and the distro is just gonna be dependent on the company selling the machines.
Kubuntu. It’s solid and similar enough to Windows UI-wise. Everyone should start there and later people can explore other options if they want.