Why Linux Is Still Not Ready For Primetime

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windows7_vs_ubuntu I just finished installing the newest Windows 7 version and the newest version of Ubuntu (linux) on my laptop.  I wanted to see what they both had to offer and how each operating system would affect what I use a computer for.  From my very initial impressions, I don’t think I could make the full time switch to Linux. Here’s why:

  1. My 2nd monitor didn’t work right away in Linux (and still isn’t showing the correct resolution).  I am not sure if I didn’t correctly install the video card drivers in Ubuntu, but Windows 7 found them right away and was able to extend my desktop. Strike 1
  2. I need to have Photoshop and Dreamweaver. I need to use Photoshop for this blog and for doing some website work. I know there is GIMP but it still just isn’t the same.  I use Dreamweaver to do all of my website work and I know there are alternatives for this, but I’m not going to switch if I don’t have to. I also know it’s possible to run these programs in a virtual environment in Linux, but why should I have to deal with that? When will Adobe release these products for Linux? Strike 2
  3. I have an iPhone. As far as I know, you have to have a Mac or PC with iTunes to use your iPhone. Again, I might be able to do this in an emulation window, but it’s just easier to run Windows. Strike 3.

I will say that installing Ubuntu was a breeze and the operating system is very slick. They have come a long way in making it easy to use and appealing to the eye. I’m going to continue to use Linux for some casual internet browsing and to tinker around to see if I could eventually make the switch. For now though, my main system will be Windows 7. Thoughts?

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